How To Fix VHU01117 - Entered packing instruction ID is not within the external number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHU01 - Message ID for Master Data Maintenance Packing Objects

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Entered packing instruction ID is not within the external number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHU01117 - Entered packing instruction ID is not within the external number range ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VHU01117 - Entered packing instruction ID is not within the external number range
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you enter a packing instruction ID that does not fall within the predefined external number range assigned for packing instructions in the SAP system. Essentially, the system expects the packing instruction ID to be within a certain numeric or alphanumeric range, and the entered ID is outside this range.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Packing instructions in SAP (especially in modules like SAP Vehicle Handling Unit (VHU) or Logistics Execution) are often controlled by number ranges.
  These number ranges ensure unique and valid IDs for packing instructions.
  If you manually enter or import a packing instruction ID that is not defined within the allowed external number range, the system throws this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the number range maintenance transaction for packing instructions.
  Transaction code might be SNRO or a module-specific number range transaction.
  Look for the object related to packing instructions (e.g., VHU_PACK_INST or similar).
  Verify the external number ranges defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the entered packing instruction ID should be valid, extend or adjust the external number range to include the ID.
  Alternatively, use a packing instruction ID that falls within the existing number range.
  
  
  
  Use Internal Number Assignment:
  
  If possible, switch to internal number assignment for packing instructions so that SAP automatically assigns valid IDs.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data and Input:
  
  Verify that the packing instruction ID entered is correct and not a typo.
  Ensure that any interfaces or data uploads use valid packing instruction IDs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Range Objects: Number ranges in SAP are managed centrally and assigned to specific objects. For packing instructions, the number range object controls valid IDs.
  Transaction SNRO: Used to maintain number ranges.
  Packing Instruction Master Data: Ensure that master data for packing instructions is properly maintained.
  Module Context: This error is common in logistics and vehicle handling scenarios where packing instructions are critical for shipment and packaging processes.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Packing instruction ID entered is outside the allowed external number range.
  Solution: Check and adjust the number range for packing instructions or enter a valid ID within the range.
  Transaction to check: SNRO (Number Range Objects maintenance).
  
  
  If you need exact steps or transaction codes specific to your SAP version or module, please provide more details about your SAP environment.