How To Fix /SCMB/VMI_APO008 - Number range intervals not adopted in number range object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/VMI_APO -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Number range intervals not adopted in number range object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/VMI_APO008 - Number range intervals not adopted in number range object ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/VMI_APO008 indicates that there is an issue with the number range intervals not being adopted in the specified number range object. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) and can affect processes related to Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range object for the relevant application (in this case, VMI) has not been properly configured or activated.
  Missing Intervals: The required number range intervals for the object are missing or not defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the number range intervals may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object related to VMI (usually /SCMB/VMI).
  Check if the number range intervals are defined and active. If not, you may need to create or adjust the intervals.
  
  
  
  Create/Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the intervals are missing, create a new interval by clicking on "Intervals" and then "Insert Interval".
  Define the interval with the appropriate start and end numbers, and ensure it is set to "Active".
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range objects. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the transport request included the number range settings. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the number ranges in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMB/VMI_APO008 error and ensure that the number range intervals are correctly adopted in the number range object.