How To Fix NR851 - Error initializing number statuses

NR851 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Error initializing number statuses

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR851 - Error initializing number statuses ?

  The SAP error message NR851, which states "Error initializing number statuses," typically occurs in the context of number range management. This error can arise when there are issues with the configuration or the status of number ranges in the SAP system.
  Causes of NR851 Error
  
  Number Range 
  Configuration Issues: The number range object may not be properly configured, or the number range itself may not be defined correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database tables related to number ranges.
  Missing Number Range Intervals: The number range intervals may not be defined or may have been deleted inadvertently.
  System Lock: The number range object might be locked by another process or user, preventing initialization.
  
  Solutions to NR851 Error
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration of the relevant number