How To Fix VB818 - Number range & is not assigned to a sales activity type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 818

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB818 - Number range & is not assigned to a sales activity type ?

  The SAP error message VB818 indicates that a specific number range is not assigned to a sales activity type. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage sales activities in SAP CRM, and the system cannot find a valid number range for the specified activity type.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the sales activity type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range exists but is not assigned to the specific sales activity type you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to sales activities in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VB818 error, you need to ensure that the number range is properly defined and assigned to the relevant sales activity type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Sales and Distribution -> Sales Activity Management -> Define Number Ranges for Sales Activities.
  
  
  
  Define a Number Range:
  
  If a number range does not exist, you will need to create one. Click on "New Entries" to define a new number range.
  Specify the number range interval and other relevant details.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range to Sales Activity Type:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the appropriate sales activity type.
  You can do this in the same configuration area by selecting the sales activity type and assigning the newly created or existing number range to it.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Assignments:
  
  If the number range exists but is not assigned, check the existing assignments and make sure that the correct number range is linked to the sales activity type you are using.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation of the sales activity again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects) to view and manage number ranges.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring sales activities and number ranges.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges and sales activity configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VB818 error and successfully create or manage sales activities in SAP.