How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN262 - Automatic ASN number cannot be created due to missing number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN -

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Automatic ASN number cannot be created due to missing number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN262 - Automatic ASN number cannot be created due to missing number range ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN262 indicates that the system is unable to create an Automatic Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) number because the required number range is missing or not properly configured. This issue typically arises in the context of logistics and supply chain management within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range: The number range for ASN creation has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range may be defined but not assigned to the relevant document type or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the ASN.
  System Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings related to the ASN process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to ASN (usually something like /SCF/ASN).
  Verify if the number range is defined and active. If not, you will need to create or activate it.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing, you can create a new number range by:
  
  Going to transaction code SNRO.
  Selecting the appropriate number range object.
  Creating a new interval for the number range.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct document type used for ASN.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under Logistics Execution or the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to create the ASN has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to ASN and number range management for any specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Logistics Execution: Understanding the logistics execution processes in SAP can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_ASN262 and successfully create ASN numbers in your SAP system.