How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS103 - Number range &1 &2 is external; value must be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Number range &1 &2 is external; value must be entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS103 - Number range &1 &2 is external; value must be entered ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS103 indicates that there is an issue with the number range configuration in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the message states that the number range for a particular object is set to "external," which means that the system expects the user to provide a value manually rather than generating one automatically.
  Cause:
  
  External Number Range: The number range for the object in question is configured as "external." This means that the system does not automatically assign a number from the range; instead, it requires the user to input a valid number manually.
  Missing or Incorrect Input: The user may not have provided a valid number when trying to create or process the object, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the number range in the system, such as it not being properly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide a Valid Number: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you enter a valid number that falls within the defined external number range for the object you are trying to create or process.
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) in SAP.
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Verify that the number range is correctly defined and that the external number range is active.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration if Necessary:
  
  If the number range is not set up correctly, you may need to adjust the configuration. This may involve changing the number range from external to internal if appropriate, or ensuring that the external number range is properly defined.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes.
  
  
  Documentation and User Training: Ensure that users are aware of the requirement to enter a valid number when using external number ranges. Providing documentation or training can help prevent this error in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SPRO: To access the configuration settings for number ranges in the SAP system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary roles and authorizations to create or modify objects that require external number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.