How To Fix VL842 - No more numbers can be assigned in number range interval &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 842

• Message text: No more numbers can be assigned in number range interval &1 &2

What causes this issue?

In number range interval &V2& for the
<DS:GLOS.3526B524AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>number range object</> &V1&,
the system cannot assign any more document numbers because it has
reached the end of the define document number interval.

System Response

The transaction cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Reset the number status of number range interval &V2& in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDVSAY>Customizing</>, after you have ensured that
the document numbers at the beginning of the interval are available
again due to archiving or deletion of the relevant documents.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL842 - No more numbers can be assigned in number range interval &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message VL842 "No more numbers can be assigned in number range interval &1 &2" typically occurs when the number range for a specific document type has been exhausted. This means that all the available numbers in the defined range for that particular document type have been used up, and the system cannot assign a new number.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the number range defined for the document type (e.g., delivery, shipment) has been completely utilized.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may not be configured correctly, or the intervals may not be set up to accommodate the expected volume of documents.
  Number Range Lock: Sometimes, the number range may be locked due to configuration issues or other processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL842 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to the document type (e.g., DELIVERY for deliveries).
  Check the current status of the number range intervals to see if they are exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding more numbers to the existing interval.
  In transaction code SNRO, select the appropriate number range interval and adjust the upper limit to a higher value.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range:
  
  If necessary, you can create a new number range interval for the document type.
  Ensure that the new interval does not overlap with existing intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant document type in the configuration settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for number ranges.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes, test the document creation process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for configuration)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.