How To Fix R7B230 - &1: Maximum ID has exceeded the upper limit of number range &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 230

• Message text: &1: Maximum ID has exceeded the upper limit of number range &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B230 - &1: Maximum ID has exceeded the upper limit of number range &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7B230 indicates that the maximum ID for a specific number range has exceeded its defined upper limit. This typically occurs when the system attempts to generate a new document or record that requires a unique identifier, but the number range assigned to that document type has been exhausted.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the number range defined for a particular document type (e.g., invoices, purchase orders) has been fully utilized. This means that all possible numbers within the defined range have been assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, such as an incorrect upper limit or a lack of defined intervals.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or bugs can lead to incorrect handling of number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7B230 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Identify the relevant number range object associated with the document type that is causing the error.
  Check the current status of the number range to see if it has indeed reached its upper limit.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding a new interval or increasing the upper limit.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and adjust the intervals as needed. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range:
  
  If extending the existing number range is not feasible, consider creating a new number range object and assigning it to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that interact with number ranges, review them to ensure they are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that new documents can be created without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for best practices regarding number range management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges or the R7B230 error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7B230 error and ensure that your SAP system can continue to generate unique identifiers for new documents.