How To Fix /SCWM/SSCC018 - A new number from no.rnge obj. &1 is too long with &2 char. (max. &3 ch.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SSCC -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: A new number from no.rnge obj. &1 is too long with &2 char. (max. &3 ch.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SSCC018 - A new number from no.rnge obj. &1 is too long with &2 char. (max. &3 ch.) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SSCC018 indicates that a new number generated from a number range object is too long. Specifically, it states that the length of the new number exceeds the maximum allowed length defined for that number range object.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range object defined in the system has a maximum character limit (max. &3 ch.) that is being exceeded by the new number being generated (which has &2 characters).
  Custom Logic: If there is any custom logic or user exit that modifies the number being generated, it may inadvertently create a number that exceeds the defined length.
  Data Entry Error: If the number is being manually entered or modified, it may have been entered incorrectly, leading to an overly long number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Check the configuration settings for the maximum length of the number range. If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for longer numbers, if that is appropriate for your business needs.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Logic:
  
  If there is any custom code or enhancements that affect the number generation, review that code to ensure it is not generating numbers that exceed the maximum length.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  If the number is being entered manually, implement validation checks to ensure that the input does not exceed the maximum length defined for the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the implications of changing number range settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - To manage number range objects.
  SNUM - To display number ranges.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that may be influencing number generation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.