How To Fix /NFM/CA718 - Maintain the number ranges for provision/coverage in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/CA -

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Maintain the number ranges for provision/coverage in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /NFM/CA718 - Maintain the number ranges for provision/coverage in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /NFM/CA718 typically indicates an issue related to the maintenance of number ranges for provisions or coverage in the SAP system. This error can occur when there is a problem with the configuration of number ranges in the system, which is essential for ensuring that unique identifiers are assigned to various transactions or records.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object (provision/coverage) has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Interval Issues: The defined number range intervals may be overlapping, or there may be gaps that prevent the system from assigning a new number.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain number ranges.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings related to the number range object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with provisions/coverage.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and do not overlap.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you can create a new number range interval.
  Make sure to specify the correct interval limits and ensure that they are not overlapping with existing intervals.
  
  
  
  Maintain Number Ranges:
  
  Use transaction code OAVN or navigate through the SAP menu to maintain the number ranges for the specific application area.
  Ensure that the number range is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain number ranges. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the number range object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OAVN: Maintain Number Ranges
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges in your version of SAP.
  Customizing Path: You can navigate through the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) to find the relevant settings under Financial Accounting or the specific module you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.