How To Fix R5079 - Number range &1 has incorrect number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R5 - Regional structure

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Number range &1 has incorrect number assignment

What causes this issue?

Either the number range is intended for internal number assignment and
external number assignment was expected, or vice versa.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R5079 - Number range &1 has incorrect number assignment ?

  The SAP error message R5079, which states "Number range &1 has incorrect number assignment," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of number ranges in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating documents, master data, or other entities that rely on number ranges.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly defined or may have gaps in the sequence.
  Number Range Overlap: There might be overlapping number ranges defined for the same object type.
  Number Range Status: The number range might be set to "not in use" or "not allowed" for the current operation.
  Number Range Assignment: The number range might not be correctly assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to the number range settings or direct database updates can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and that there are no gaps or overlaps.
  
  
  
  Review Number Range Status:
  
  Ensure that the number range is set to "in use" and is not locked or restricted for the current operation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Assignment:
  
  Verify that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant document type or object type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Gaps:
  
  If there are gaps in the number range, you may need to adjust the intervals to ensure continuous numbering.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on resolving this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the number range is functioning correctly and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display and maintain number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP Basis or functional consultant for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the R5079 error message in SAP.