How To Fix NR098 - Specify a number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Specify a number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR098 - Specify a number ?

  The SAP error message NR098 ("Specify a number") typically occurs in the context of number range management, particularly when a user attempts to create or process a document that requires a number from a number range, but no valid number is specified or available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Assignment: The number range for the document type you are trying to create may not be assigned or configured correctly.
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range may be exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been used up.
  Incorrect Input: The user may not have entered a valid number or may have left the number field blank.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check if the number range is defined and active.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by selecting the number range and adjusting the upper limit.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Input Validation:
  
  Ensure that you are entering a valid number in the required field. If the field is mandatory, make sure it is not left blank.
  
  
  
  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 SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number range management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter data and understand number range management in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NR098 error and continue with your SAP processes.