How To Fix /PM0/ABB_EMPLYR002 - Number range object not found for third-party collections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_EMPLYR -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Number range object not found for third-party collections

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_EMPLYR002 - Number range object not found for third-party collections ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_EMPLYR002 indicating that the "Number range object not found for third-party collections" typically arises in the context of managing number ranges for specific business processes, such as third-party collections in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The error suggests that the system is unable to find the specified number range object that is required for processing third-party collections. This could be due to:
  
  The number range object not being defined in the system.
  The number range object being incorrectly configured or deleted.
  The relevant configuration for the number range not being activated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the number range object, such as:
  
  Incorrect assignment of the number range object to the relevant document type or process.
  Missing authorization to access the number range object.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check if the number range object related to third-party collections exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range object exists, ensure that the number ranges are defined correctly. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SNRO, selecting the relevant number range object, and checking the defined intervals.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the number range object is correctly assigned to the relevant document type in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Sales and Distribution).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to number range management for specific guidance on your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard number range processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PM0/ABB_EMPLYR002.