How To Fix PPH_MRP002 - Number range not maintained for EBAN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MRP -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Number range not maintained for EBAN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_MRP002 - Number range not maintained for EBAN ?

  The SAP error message PPH_MRP002 indicates that there is an issue with the number range for the purchase requisition (EBAN) in the system. This error typically occurs when the system attempts to create or process a purchase requisition, but the number range for the relevant document type has not been properly maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the document type used for purchase requisitions (EBAN) has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range may be defined but not assigned to the relevant document type.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range might be deactivated or not available for use.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the number range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name for purchase requisitions, which is typically EBAN.
  Check if the number range intervals are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define/Assign Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you will need to create a new number range interval.
  If it is defined but not assigned, you can assign it to the relevant document type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code for Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMH0 to maintain the number range for purchase requisitions.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the appropriate document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Deactivation:
  
  Ensure that the number range is not marked as inactive or locked.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create purchase requisitions and access the number range.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation of a purchase requisition to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OMH0: Maintain Number Ranges for Purchase Requisitions
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on maintaining number ranges and understanding the implications of number range management.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPH_MRP002 error and ensure that the number range for purchase requisitions is properly maintained.