How To Fix NR017 - No elements exist for interval & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No elements exist for interval & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR017 - No elements exist for interval & & ?

  The SAP error message NR017 ("No elements exist for interval & &") typically occurs in the context of number range management. This error indicates that there are no number range intervals defined for the specified number range object, or that the intervals do not cover the requested range.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Intervals: The number range object does not have any defined intervals for the specified range.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range intervals may not be properly configured or activated.
  Number Range Object Not Assigned: The number range object may not be assigned to the relevant document type or application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Intervals:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object and click on "Intervals".
  Verify if there are any defined intervals. If not, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Number Range Intervals:
  
  If intervals are missing, create a new interval by specifying the range (from and to) and ensuring that it is active.
  Make sure that the intervals do not overlap and are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range Object:
  
  Ensure that the number range object is correctly assigned to the relevant document type or application. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for the specific application.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert familiar with your SAP environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NR017 error and ensure that the number range management is functioning correctly in your SAP system.