How To Fix NR886 - Object & was not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NR - Number ranges

• Message number: 886

• Message text: Object & was not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR886 - Object & was not deleted ?

  The SAP error message NR886, which states "Object & was not deleted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a number range object that is still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Assignments: The number range object is still assigned to one or more document types or other objects in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be existing data or transactions that are linked to the number range object, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the number range object.
  System Configuration: The number range object may be configured in a way that does not allow deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Use transaction code SNRO to check the number range object and see if it is assigned to any document types or other objects.
  If it is assigned, you will need to remove those assignments before attempting to delete the object.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Data:
  
  Ensure that there are no existing documents or records that are using the number range. If there are, you may need to archive or delete those records first.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to delete the number range object has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  If you are sure that the number range object is not in use, you can try to delete it using transaction code SNRO or SNUM (for number range management).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Management
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check related tables)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to number range deletion.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NR886 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.