How To Fix VB816 - Number range & is not assigned to a delivery type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 816

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB816 - Number range & is not assigned to a delivery type ?

  The SAP error message VB816 indicates that a specific number range is not assigned to a delivery type. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create a delivery document in SAP, and the system cannot find a valid number range for the delivery type you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the delivery type has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range exists but is not assigned to the specific delivery type you are trying to use.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not in use" or may have reached its limit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to delivery types and number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name for delivery (usually V_LIKP for delivery documents).
  Check if the number range is defined and if it is active.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Delivery Type:
  
  Go to transaction code OVLH (Define Delivery Types).
  Select the delivery type you are using (e.g., LF for standard deliveries).
  Ensure that a valid number range is assigned to the delivery type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range does not exist, you may need to create a new number range using transaction code SNRO.
  If the number range exists but is not assigned, assign it to the delivery type as mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Ensure that the number range is not exhausted. If it is, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OVLH: Define Delivery Types
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges and delivery types.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges and delivery types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VB816 error and successfully create delivery documents in SAP.