How To Fix RMSL053 - More numbers are required than are available (&1 &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: More numbers are required than are available (&1 &2)

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine a number because there are no more
numbers available.
Number range object:&V1&
Interval: &V2&

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?

Check the settings for the number range object &V1& and extend the
interval &V2&if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSL053 - More numbers are required than are available (&1 &2) ?

  The SAP error message RMSL053 ("More numbers are required than are available (&1 &2)") typically occurs in the context of number range management, particularly when the system is trying to allocate a number from a number range that has been exhausted or is insufficient for the request.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for a particular object (like documents, orders, etc.) has been completely used up.
  Configuration Issues: The number range might not be properly configured, or the intervals may not be set correctly.
  Insufficient Number Range: The defined number range is too small for the volume of transactions being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check its current status to see how many numbers are available.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by:
  
  Going to transaction code SNRO.
  Selecting the relevant number range object.
  Adjusting the intervals to increase the available numbers.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a 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 application.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the number range is correct and that it is properly assigned to the relevant application or document type.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of number ranges to prevent running out of numbers in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking and adjusting the number ranges, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSL053 error and ensure that your number ranges are adequately managed.