How To Fix NR143 - Transaction code & cannot be used for editing intervals

NR143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Transaction code & cannot be used for editing intervals

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR143 - Transaction code & cannot be used for editing intervals ?

  The SAP error message NR143 indicates that the transaction code you are trying to use cannot be used for editing intervals. This typically occurs in the context of number range management, where certain number ranges are locked or restricted from being edited.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Lock: The number range you are trying to edit is currently locked or in use by another process or user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the number range intervals.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code you are using may not be intended for editing number range intervals.
  Configuration Settings: The number range object may be configured in a way that prevents editing during certain conditions (e.g., if it is assigned to a document type that is currently in use).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the number range is locked. You can check this in transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) or SNUM (Number Range