How To Fix VB815 - Number range & is not assigned to a sales document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 815

• Message text: Number range & is not assigned to a sales document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB815 - Number range & is not assigned to a sales document type ?

  The SAP error message VB815 indicates that a specific number range is not assigned to a sales document type. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a sales document (like a sales order, quotation, etc.) and the system cannot find a valid number range for the document type you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific sales document type has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range exists but is not assigned to the sales document type you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to sales document types and number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the number range is properly defined and assigned to the relevant sales document type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for sales documents (usually VBAK for sales orders).
  
  
  
  Check Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is defined and is active.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new number range.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Sales Document Type:
  
  Go to transaction code VOTXN (or VOT2 for sales document types).
  Select the sales document type you are working with (e.g., OR for standard sales order).
  Check the number range assignment and ensure that the correct number range is assigned to the document type.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making any necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Try to create the sales document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  VOTXN: Sales Document Types Configuration
  VOT2: Assign Number Ranges to Sales Document Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring number ranges and sales document types.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.