How To Fix VB802 - Number range & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VB - Sales Documents: Logical Databases and Views

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Number range & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB802 - Number range & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VB802 indicates that there is an issue with the number range for a specific document type or object in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid number range for creating a document, such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific document type has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range has been defined but not assigned to the relevant document type.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range may have been deactivated or set to a status that prevents its use.
  Number Range Interval Exhausted: The defined number range has been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been used up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VB802 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object (e.g., for sales orders, it might be VBAK).
  Check if the number range intervals are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you can create a new number range interval.
  If it is defined but exhausted, you can extend the interval to allow for more numbers.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct document type.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Go to transaction code VOTXN (for sales documents) or the relevant configuration transaction for your document type.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the document type you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  VOTXN: Assign Number Ranges to Sales Document Types
  OVAK: Define Sales Document Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VB802 error and successfully create the required document in SAP.