How To Fix QPCP065 - External numbering is not planned for number range &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QPCP - Control Plan

• Message number: 065

• Message text: External numbering is not planned for number range &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QPCP065 - External numbering is not planned for number range &1 ?

  The SAP error message QPCP065, which states "External numbering is not planned for number range &1," typically occurs when you are trying to use an external number range for a document or object that is not configured to allow it. This is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Quality Management (QM) or other areas where number ranges are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range you are trying to use is set up as an internal number range in the configuration. External number ranges are used when you want to manually assign numbers rather than having the system automatically generate them.
  Document Type Settings: The document type associated with the number range may not be configured to allow external numbering.
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The number range might not be correctly assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the settings for the number range. Ensure that the number range is set to allow external numbering if that is your intention.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for the relevant document type (e.g., in QM, you might check the settings for inspection lots).
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow external numbering if you want to use it.
  
  
  
  Change Number Range Assignment:
  
  If the number range is not correctly assigned, you may need to reassign it to the appropriate document type or object.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for your specific module to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SPRO - Customizing (to access configuration settings)
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and specific module documentation can provide additional insights into number range management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number range settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QPCP065 error and configure your number ranges appropriately.