How To Fix R7I660 - Dimension &1: Number range object &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Dimension &1: Number range object &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I660 - Dimension &1: Number range object &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message R7I660 indicates that there is an issue with the creation of a number range object for a specific dimension in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a number range object that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Number Range Object: The number range object you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified dimension.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings or parameters that leads to the attempt to create a duplicate object.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, the number range object may have been transported already, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Number Range Objects:
  
  Use transaction code SNRO to check the existing number range objects in the system.
  Look for the number range object specified in the error message and verify if it already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Object:
  
  If the number range object already exists and is not needed, you can delete it or modify it as per your requirements.
  If it is needed, you may need to adjust your configuration to use the existing number range object instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the dimension and number range to ensure that there are no conflicts or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that the number range object is not being duplicated across different environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to number range management for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.