How To Fix WS403 - An internal error occurred for number range object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 403

• Message text: An internal error occurred for number range object &1

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred for number range object &V1&.

System Response

No document number is available, and the function is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS403 - An internal error occurred for number range object &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS403 - An internal error occurred for number range object &1
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when there is an inconsistency or corruption in the number range object’s data in SAP. Number ranges are used in SAP to generate unique document numbers or identifiers for various business objects (e.g., invoices, purchase orders).
  Common causes include:
  
  The number range object’s data in the database is corrupted or inconsistent.
  The number range interval is exhausted or incorrectly maintained.
  The number range buffer is out of sync with the database.
  There is a problem with the number range object’s customizing or configuration.
  A program or user tried to access or update the number range object simultaneously, causing a lock or conflict.
  The number range object does not exist or is incorrectly referenced.
  
  
  Explanation:
  Number ranges in SAP are managed via the table NRIV (number range intervals) and NRIV buffers. When SAP tries to allocate a new number from a number range object and encounters an internal inconsistency (e.g., missing intervals, locked entries, or exhausted ranges), it throws this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object name (the &1 parameter in the error message).
  Check the intervals defined for this object.
  Verify that intervals are correctly maintained and not expired or exhausted.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Intervals:
  
  In SNRO, check if the number range intervals are valid and have available numbers.
  If intervals are exhausted, create new intervals or extend existing ones.
  
  
  
  Reset Number Range Buffer:
  
  Sometimes the buffer is out of sync.
  Use transaction SNRO ? Utilities ? Reset Buffer.
  Alternatively, use program RSNRBUFF to reset the number range buffer.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the number range object.
  If locks exist and are stale, delete them carefully.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Check tables NRIV and NRIV for inconsistencies.
  If necessary, consult SAP Notes or Basis team to run database consistency checks or repairs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debugging the program that triggers the error can help identify the exact cause.
  Check if custom code or enhancements are manipulating number ranges incorrectly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS403 and the specific number range object.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SNRO: Used to maintain number range objects.
  Tables:
  
  NRIV: Number range intervals.
  NRIV: Number range buffers.
  
  
  Program RSNRBUFF: Resets number range buffers.
  Transaction SM12: Check and delete locks.
  SAP Notes: Check for OSS notes related to WS403 and your SAP version.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error
  WS403 - Internal error for number range object &1
  
  
  Cause
  Corrupted or inconsistent number range data, exhausted intervals, buffer out of sync
  
  
  Solution
  Check and maintain intervals in SNRO, reset buffer, check locks, verify configuration
  
  
  Tools
  SNRO, SM12, RSNRBUFF, SAP Notes
  
  
  Related Tables
  NRIV (intervals), NRIV (buffers)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific number range object name (&1), I can help you with more tailored advice.
  
  Let me know if you need help with any of the steps!