How To Fix SM005 - Caution: The last number from the number range has been assigned.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SM - Address Definition/Administration

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Caution: The last number from the number range has been assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SM005 - Caution: The last number from the number range has been assigned. ?

  The SAP error message SM005, which states "Caution: The last number from the number range has been assigned," indicates that the number range for a specific object (such as a document, transaction, or master data) has been exhausted. This means that the system has assigned all available numbers in the defined range, and no more numbers are available for assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the defined number range has been completely used up. This can happen if the number range is too small for the volume of transactions being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the number range, such as incorrect settings or limits that were set too low.
  Missing Number Range Intervals: If the number range is defined with multiple intervals, one of the intervals may have been exhausted while others are not being utilized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Object) to manage number ranges.
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the current number range intervals and extend them as necessary. You can add new intervals or increase the upper limit of the existing interval.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range:
  
  If extending the existing number range is not feasible, consider creating a new number range object and assigning it to the relevant application.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Errors:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the number range to ensure they are set correctly and that there are no errors in the setup.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring to track the usage of number ranges to prevent future exhaustion. This can help in planning for future needs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to the number range object in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Management: Understanding how number ranges work in SAP is crucial. Each object that requires unique identification (like invoices, purchase orders, etc.) typically has a number range associated with it.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to number range management that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SM005 error and ensure that your number ranges are adequately configured to handle your business processes.