How To Fix Q0133 - The number assignment (object &1) is in the critical range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 133

• Message text: The number assignment (object &1) is in the critical range

What causes this issue?

The number assignment for number range &V2& (number range object &V1&)
is located in a critical area. This means that the supply of free
numbers is close to being exhausted and the operation may
no longer be trouble-free.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The current transaction is not affected. Nevertheless, contact your
system administrator. The number range must be expanded.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0133 - The number assignment (object &1) is in the critical range ?

  The SAP error message Q0133 indicates that the number assignment for a specific object is in the critical range. This typically means that the number range for a particular object (like a quality notification, inspection lot, etc.) is nearing its upper limit, which can lead to issues with creating new records if the limit is reached.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Limit: The number range defined for the object has a defined upper limit, and the current usage is approaching this limit.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not have been configured properly, or it may not have been extended to accommodate future needs.
  High Volume of Transactions: A sudden increase in the volume of transactions can lead to the number range being consumed more quickly than anticipated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Usage: Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the current usage of the number range for the specific object. This will help you understand how close you are to the limit.
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is indeed nearing its limit, you can extend it. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code SNRO.
  Finding the relevant number range object.
  Adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range: If extending the existing number range is not feasible, consider creating a new number range and assigning it to the object.
  Monitor Usage: After making changes, monitor the usage of the number range to ensure that it does not reach critical levels again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing number ranges and understanding their configuration.
  Best Practices: Regularly monitor number ranges and set up alerts or reports to notify administrators when usage approaches critical levels.
  
  By addressing the number range issue proactively, you can prevent disruptions in business processes that rely on the creation of new records.