How To Fix SIPT838 - Number range is already registered for Internal Posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Number range is already registered for Internal Posting

What causes this issue?

The number range issued to post external documents is already consumed
for internal document posting.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create a new number range for the posting of external documents, with a
new billing type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT838 - Number range is already registered for Internal Posting ?

  The SAP error message SIPT838, which states "Number range is already registered for Internal Posting," typically occurs when there is an attempt to use a number range that has already been assigned or registered for internal posting in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of documents or postings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Number Range Assignment: The number range you are trying to use has already been assigned to another document type or posting process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings in the SAP system.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has been recently migrated or upgraded, there may be inconsistencies in the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the internal posting.
  Check if the number range is already assigned to another document type or process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Settings:
  
  If the number range is indeed already in use, you may need to either:
  
  Use a different number range that is not currently in use.
  Modify the existing number range settings to accommodate the new postings if appropriate.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly configured to use the intended number range.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for the specific module (e.g., FI, MM, etc.) where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number ranges.
  OBD2: To configure document types in Financial Accounting.
  OMN1: To manage number ranges for internal postings in Controlling.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management and internal postings for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the posting process to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SIPT838 error and implement a solution to resolve it.