How To Fix RSCV345 - Status of number range for characteristic &1 is &2 too small

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCV - Analysis of BW objects (InfoCubes...)

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Status of number range for characteristic &1 is &2 too small

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV345 - Status of number range for characteristic &1 is &2 too small ?

  The SAP error message RSCV345 indicates that the status of the number range for a specific characteristic is too small. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with characteristics and their associated number ranges.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the number range defined for a characteristic is insufficient to accommodate the number of values or instances being processed. This can happen if:
  
  The number of unique values for the characteristic exceeds the defined number range.
  The number range has not been properly configured or has been exhausted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCV345 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNUM in SAP.
  Look for the number range object associated with the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Verify the current status of the number range and see if it is indeed too small.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done by:
  
  Increasing the upper limit of the number range.
  Creating a new number range if necessary.
  
  
  Ensure that the new range is properly assigned to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Number Range:
  
  If you have made changes to the number range, ensure that the characteristic is correctly assigned to the updated number range.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  After adjusting the number range, check for any inconsistencies in the data that may have been caused by the previous limitation.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the characteristic to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNUM: To manage number ranges.
  RSA1: To access the Data Warehousing Workbench, where you can manage InfoObjects and their characteristics.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing number ranges and characteristics in SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may need to perform more advanced troubleshooting or configuration.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCV345 error and ensure that the number range for the characteristic is adequate for your needs.