How To Fix PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT022 - Allocation object &1 is not within the intended external number range.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT - T100 messages for BO Product Allocation Object

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Allocation object &1 is not within the intended external number range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT022 - Allocation object &1 is not within the intended external number range. ?

  The SAP error message "PROD_ALLOC_OBJECT022: Allocation object &1 is not within the intended external number range" typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range assignment for allocation objects in the SAP system. This error indicates that the allocation object you are trying to use is not valid because it falls outside the defined external number range.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The allocation object you are trying to use has not been assigned a valid number range. This can happen if the number range has not been defined or if the object is using a number range that is not active.
  Incorrect Object Usage: The allocation object may not be intended for the operation you are trying to perform, or it may have been incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the allocation object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to the allocation and check the number range intervals.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that the intervals are active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you may need to create a new number range or adjust the existing one to include the allocation object you are trying to use.
  Make sure that the number range is set to external if you are using external numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Object:
  
  Verify that the allocation object you are using is correct and intended for the operation you are performing.
  Check if there are any specific configurations or settings that need to be adjusted for that allocation object.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the allocation object.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the allocation object and its configuration.
  
  
  
  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), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the allocation objects and number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the allocation object is correctly configured within the intended external number range.