How To Fix OIUME008 - Number range error for & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUME - Measurement messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Number range error for & &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUME008 - Number range error for & &. ?

  The SAP error message OIUME008, which indicates a "Number range error," typically occurs when the system is unable to assign a new number from the specified number range. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require unique identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the object has been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been used.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Number Range Intervals: The intervals defined for the number range may not cover the required range of numbers.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or configuration that prevent the number range from functioning correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object and check the status to see if the range is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding new intervals. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the new intervals do not overlap with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is activated. If it is not, activate it in the SNRO transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the number range in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., for sales orders, you might check in the Sales and Distribution module).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Customizing: Depending on the module (e.g., SD, MM, etc.), the customizing settings for number ranges can be found in the respective configuration areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the number range error indicated by the OIUME008 message.