How To Fix NR170 - & & & was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 170

• Message text: & & & was not found

What causes this issue?

You tried to transport a non-existent (or deleted) number range object.

System Response

You cannot delete number range objects using a transport request.
Number range objects are application- defined objects (ADO) which
cannot be deleted in the target system by a transport.

How to fix this error?

Number range objects must be deleted manually in all affected systems.
This is only possible if there are no intervals for this object in any
client.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR170 - & & & was not found ?

  The SAP error message NR170 typically indicates that a specific number range object is not found or is not defined in the system. This error often occurs when trying to create or process documents that require a number from a number range that has not been properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object that is being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the number range may not be correctly set up in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object in question exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  If the object exists, check if the number ranges are defined for it.
  Go to transaction code SN01 (Maintain Number Ranges) and ensure that the number ranges are properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the relevant customizing settings in the SPRO transaction to ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant application or document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the number range object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SN01: Maintain Number Ranges
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for customizing settings)
  
  
  
  Number Range Management: Understanding how number ranges work in SAP is crucial. They are used to generate unique identifiers for various objects (like documents, invoices, etc.) within the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the latest SAP Notes and documentation for updates or specific fixes related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the NR170 error in your SAP system.