How To Fix /SCWM/UI_RF142 - Maintain external number range interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_RF -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Maintain external number range interval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF142 - Maintain external number range interval ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_RF142 Maintain external number range interval typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration of number ranges for certain objects, such as warehouse tasks, handling units, or other logistics-related entities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Interval: The error indicates that there is no external number range interval defined for the specific object type you are trying to work with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object related to your issue (e.g., for warehouse tasks, handling units, etc.).
  Ensure that there is an external number range interval defined. If not, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Number Range Interval:
  
  If the number range interval is missing, you can create it by selecting the number range object and then choosing to create a new interval.
  Specify the interval details, including the start and end numbers, and ensure that the interval is set to external if required.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the quality and production environments properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the number range configuration for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SPRO - Customizing (to access the configuration settings)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to number range configuration in EWM.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the number range intervals are correctly defined and configured, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCWM/UI_RF142.