How To Fix /PLMI/BO_DIR_26026 - Document number & lies not within external number range &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_DIR_26 -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Document number & lies not within external number range &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26026 - Document number & lies not within external number range & ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26026 Document number & lies not within external number range & typically indicates that the document number you are trying to use does not fall within the defined external number range for the document type in question. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in document management or logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The document number you are trying to use is outside the defined external number range for the specific document type. This can happen if the number range has not been properly configured or if the document number has been manually entered and does not match the expected format.
  Document Type: The document type you are using may have a specific number range that does not include the number you are trying to use.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "internal" when you are trying to use an "external" number, or vice versa.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type you are working with (e.g., /PLMI/BO_DIR).
  Check the defined external number range and ensure that the document number you are trying to use falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not sufficient, you may need to extend it. This can be done by:
  
  Going to transaction code SNRO.
  Selecting the number range object and adjusting the intervals to include the required document numbers.
  
  
  
  
  
  Use Correct Document Number:
  
  Ensure that you are using a document number that is valid and falls within the defined range. If you are manually entering a number, double-check its format and value.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly configured to use external number ranges if that is what you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change number ranges or if you are unsure about the changes, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  OBA7 - Maintain Number Ranges for Document Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, 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 error message and successfully process the document in SAP.