How To Fix NR020 - Define interval of number & as internal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Define interval of number & as internal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR020 - Define interval of number & as internal ?

  The SAP error message NR020 ("Define interval of number & as internal") typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range configuration in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined number range for a specific object or document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range: The number range for the specified object (e.g., invoice, purchase order) has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range has been defined but not assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  Number Range Interval Issues: The defined number range intervals may not be set up correctly, or they may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (e.g., for invoices, it might be FBNR).
  Check if the number range is defined. If not, create a new number range interval.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 (for financial documents) or the relevant transaction for your specific object.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct document type or object.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Intervals:
  
  In the number range object maintenance, check the intervals to ensure they are active and correctly defined.
  Make sure that the intervals do not overlap and that they are set to the correct status (e.g., "Active").
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the number range object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  OBA7: Assign Number Ranges to Document Types
  SNUM: Display Number Ranges
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to number range management.
  Custom Development: If the number range is part of a custom development, ensure that the custom code is correctly handling number range assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NR020 error and ensure that the number range is properly configured in your SAP system.