How To Fix UPO_UDM_MSG022 - Number range object "&" unknown. Notify system administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPO_UDM_MSG - UDM Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Number range object "&" unknown. Notify system administrator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPO_UDM_MSG022 - Number range object "&" unknown. Notify system administrator ?

  The SAP error message UPO_UDM_MSG022, which states "Number range object '&' unknown. Notify system administrator," typically indicates that the system is trying to access a number range object that has not been defined or is not recognized in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating documents, records, or transactions that require a unique identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The specified number range object is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range object may be incorrectly configured or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  Transport Issues: If the number range object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the name of the number range object that is causing the error and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or check with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  If the number range object exists but is not defined, you can define the number range by going to transaction code SNRO and selecting the object.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range object is defined but not active, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in transaction code SNRO.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range object. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the number range object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-transport or manually create the object in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific number range object to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  SE11: To check data dictionary objects if needed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific number range object or the error message.
  
  
  System Administrator: If you are not able to resolve the issue, it is advisable to notify your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the UPO_UDM_MSG022 error message.