How To Fix NR005 - Subobject must be passed as an empty subobject


NR005 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: NR - Number ranges

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: Subobject must be passed as an empty subobject

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR005 - Subobject must be passed as an empty subobject ?
    The SAP error message NR005, which states "Subobject must be passed as an empty subobject," typically occurs in the context of SAP's number range management. This error indicates that the system expects a subobject (a specific identifier or category within a number range) to be passed as an empty value, but it has received a non-empty value instead.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Input: The most common cause of this error is that the program or transaction is trying to use a subobject that is not defined or is incorrectly populated.
    Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, where the subobject is expected to be empty but is not. Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with number ranges, they may not be handling the subobject correctly.
    Solution: Check Input Values: Ensure that the subobject being passed is indeed empty. If you are using a custom program, check the logic

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