How To Fix /SCWM/HU_WM_S4004 - External interval &1 of number range object &2 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HU_WM_S4 -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: External interval &1 of number range object &2 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM_S4004 - External interval &1 of number range object &2 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HU_WM_S4004 indicates that there is an issue with the number range object related to handling units (HUs) in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the external interval for the specified number range object does not exist. This typically occurs when the system is trying to generate a handling unit number, but the number range configuration is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Configuration: The number range object for handling units may not be properly configured in the system.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range might be inactive or not assigned to the relevant external interval.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the number range.
  Incorrect Number Range Object: The number range object specified in the error message may not be the one intended for use in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object mentioned in the error message (e.g., HU_WM).
  Check if the external interval is defined and active. If not, you may need to create or activate it.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the external interval does not exist, you can create it by selecting the appropriate number range and defining the intervals.
  Ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and that they do not overlap with other intervals.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Object:
  
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the relevant handling unit type or process in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to handling units and number range management for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check the structure of the handling unit)
  EWM Configuration: Check the configuration settings for handling units in EWM.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to handling units and number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on handling units and number range management in EWM.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or EWM functional team for further assistance.