How To Fix NR540 - Current number status must be within the interval limits & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Current number status must be within the interval limits & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR540 - Current number status must be within the interval limits & & & & ?

  The SAP error message NR540 indicates that the current number status for a number range object is not within the defined interval limits. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign or use a number from a number range that has not been properly configured or has exceeded its defined limits.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range object may not be properly configured, or the current number has exceeded the maximum limit defined for that range.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or "not active," which means it cannot be used for generating new numbers.
  Interval Limits: The current number being used is outside the defined interval limits for the number range object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and that the current number is within the defined limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust Current Number:
  
  If the current number is outside the limits, you may need to adjust it. This can be done by going to the number range maintenance transaction (usually SNRO or SNUM) and updating the current number to a valid value within the defined range.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is active. If it is not, you will need to activate it in the number range maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check for Overlaps:
  
  Ensure that there are no overlaps in number ranges if multiple intervals are defined for the same object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, consult the SAP documentation or your SAP administrator for guidance on how to properly configure number ranges.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.