How To Fix QY033 - Sample number &1 is not in the external number range 00.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QY - QM: Sample management

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Sample number &1 is not in the external number range 00.

What causes this issue?

The external sample number &v1&, which you entered or which was
determined by the customer enhancement, is not within the external
number range 00 for the number range object "sample number"
(QPROBEN).

System Response

You cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter a new sample number.
If the number was created automatically by the customer enhancement,
notify your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QY033 - Sample number &1 is not in the external number range 00. ?

  The SAP error message QY033 indicates that a sample number you are trying to use is not found within the defined external number range. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with sample management.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The sample number you are trying to use is not included in the external number range defined for sample numbers in the system. This could happen if the number range is not properly set up or if the sample number has not been created in the system.
  Sample Number Not Created: The specific sample number you are trying to access may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the sample number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to sample numbers (usually QY or similar).
  Verify that the external number range is correctly defined and that it includes the sample number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Create Sample Number:
  
  If the sample number does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction in the Quality Management module.
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for creating or managing sample numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the sample number. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Quality Management and sample management for additional guidance on managing sample numbers.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA01 (Create Inspection Lot), QA02 (Change Inspection Lot), and QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) as they may relate to sample management.
  Customizing Settings: You may need to check the customizing settings for Quality Management in the SPRO transaction to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QY033 error and successfully manage your sample numbers in SAP.