How To Fix VC321 - Number range & & is an external number range.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Number range & & is an external number range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC321 - Number range & & is an external number range. ?

  The SAP error message VC321 indicates that there is an issue with the number range configuration for a specific object. The message states that the number range you are trying to use is defined as an external number range, which means that the system expects the number to be provided externally rather than being generated automatically by SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  External Number Range: The number range you are trying to use is set up as an external number range in the configuration. This means that users must manually enter the number instead of the system generating it automatically.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings for the specific object you are working with.
  Incorrect Number Entry: If you are trying to enter a number that is not valid or does not fall within the defined range, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range