How To Fix NR021 - Define interval of number & as external

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Define interval of number & as external

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR021 - Define interval of number & as external ?

  The SAP error message NR021, which states "Define interval of number & as external," 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 external number range for a specific object or document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Definition: The number range for the specified object (like a document type or a transaction) has not been defined as external in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may be incorrectly configured, or the external number range may not be assigned to the relevant object.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the NR021 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object (e.g., for invoices, orders, etc.) and click on "Intervals."
  
  
  
  Define External Number Range:
  
  Check if an external number range is defined for the object in question.
  If not, create a new interval:
  
  Click on "Insert Interval."
  Define the interval with a start and end number.
  Ensure that the "External" checkbox is selected.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  If applicable, go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., for sales orders, use transaction code OVAK).
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SN01: Display Number Range Intervals
  SN02: Change Number Range Intervals
  OVAK: Configuration for Sales Document Types (or other relevant transactions based on the object type)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance, as they may need to check for system-specific configurations or issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NR021 error and ensure that the number range is correctly defined and configured in your SAP system.