How To Fix PA053 - Number & not in admissible external number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Number & not in admissible external number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA053 - Number & not in admissible external number range ?

  The SAP error message PA053 ("Number & not in admissible external number range") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when you are trying to create or modify a personnel number that does not fall within the defined external number range for personnel numbers in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Personnel Number: The personnel number you are trying to use is outside the defined range of valid personnel numbers in the system.
  Configuration Issue: The external number range for personnel numbers may not be properly configured in the system.
  Number Range Object: The number range object associated with personnel numbers may not be set up correctly or may have been exhausted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object for personnel numbers (usually HR_NUM or similar) and check the defined intervals.
  Ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within the defined intervals.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the range. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the number range object in SNRO.
  Selecting the appropriate interval and adjusting the upper limit to allow for more personnel numbers.
  
  
  
  
  
  Use Valid Personnel Number:
  
  Ensure that you are using a personnel number that is within the defined range. If you are manually entering a number, consider letting the system generate the number automatically.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify personnel numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the number range settings are correct and that there are no underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To check and maintain number range objects.
  PA30: To maintain HR master data.
  PA40: To perform personnel actions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and personnel administration.
  
  
  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 resolve the PA053 error and successfully manage personnel numbers in your SAP system.