How To Fix /SCWM/LC1153 - External number range. Enter consolidation group manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LC1 -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: External number range. Enter consolidation group manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LC1153 - External number range. Enter consolidation group manually ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LC1153 indicates that there is an issue with the external number range for a consolidation group in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to automatically assign a consolidation group number due to the external number range not being defined or available.
  Cause:
  
  External Number Range Not Defined: The external number range for the consolidation group may not be set up in the system.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The defined number range may have been exhausted, meaning there are no more numbers available for assignment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings or in the EWM settings related to consolidation groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  Manually Enter Consolidation Group: As the error message suggests, you can manually enter a consolidation group if the system cannot automatically assign one.
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to consolidation groups (you may need to consult your SAP documentation or system administrator for the exact object name).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers.
  
  
  Extend Number Range: If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it:
  
  In the same SNRO transaction, you can adjust the number range intervals to allow for more numbers.
  
  
  Review EWM Configuration: Check the EWM configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly for handling consolidation groups.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO for managing number ranges.
  SPRO for accessing the SAP Reference IMG to check EWM settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges and EWM configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.