How To Fix /SCWM/DS_CORE238 - Number range number &1 is not an internal number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DS_CORE -

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Number range number &1 is not an internal number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE238 - Number range number &1 is not an internal number range ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DS_CORE238 indicates that the number range specified (denoted by &1) is not recognized as an internal number range. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is trying to generate or assign a number from a number range that is not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be set up as an internal number range in the system.
  Number Range Object Not Defined: The number range object associated with the process may not be defined or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Ensure that the number range is defined as an internal number range and is active.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range does not exist, create a new internal number range for the relevant object.
  If it exists but is not set as internal, adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Ensure that the number range object is correctly assigned to the relevant application area (e.g., EWM).
  Verify that the number range intervals are correctly defined and not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SNUM - Number Range Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring number ranges in EWM.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/DS_CORE238 and ensure that the number range is correctly configured for use in your SAP EWM system.