How To Fix NR036 - Specify only two different interval numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Specify only two different interval numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR036 - Specify only two different interval numbers ?

  The SAP error message NR036 ("Specify only two different interval numbers") typically occurs in the context of number range management in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects you to define only two different intervals for a number range, but it has detected more than two.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: When setting up number ranges for a particular object (like documents, invoices, etc.), more than two intervals have been defined in the configuration.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of number ranges, the user may have inadvertently entered multiple intervals instead of the required two.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the NR036 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) or SNUM (Number Range Management).
  Find the relevant number range object that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check the Intervals:
  
  Review the defined intervals for the number range. You should see a list of intervals that have been set up.
  Ensure that there are only two intervals defined. If there are more, you will need to delete or adjust the additional intervals.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Intervals:
  
  If you find more than two intervals, you can either delete the unnecessary ones or merge them if applicable.
  Make sure that the remaining two intervals are correctly defined and do not overlap.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Range Objects: Each number range is associated with a specific object in SAP, and the configuration can vary based on the business requirements.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number range configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing number ranges and understanding the implications of changes.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.