How To Fix RMSA_VRS047 - Key is too short; number range interval exceeds length of key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Key is too short; number range interval exceeds length of key

What causes this issue?

The key of an object must have at least the same number of characters
as the number range interval.

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?

Enter a higher value for the key length or reduce the number of
characters in the number range interval.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA_VRS047 - Key is too short; number range interval exceeds length of key ?

  The SAP error message RMSA_VRS047, which states "Key is too short; number range interval exceeds length of key," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of number ranges in the SAP system. This error indicates that the defined number range interval exceeds the length of the key that is supposed to hold the number.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range interval defined for a particular object is longer than the maximum length allowed for the key. For example, if the key is defined to be 10 characters long, but the number range is set to generate numbers that exceed this length, the system will throw this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the key may not be compatible with the number range defined, leading to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that manipulate number ranges, they may not adhere to the defined key