What is 'number range object' in SAP CA-GTF - General Application Functions?

number range object - Overview

• Component: CA-GTF

• Component Name: General Application Functions

• Description: An object that contains all the definitions required for assigning numbers to a business object. One number range object corresponds to one business object, but can include one or more number ranges.

number range object - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Number range objects are used to define a range of numbers that can be used for various purposes in SAP. They are used to assign unique numbers to documents, transactions, and other objects. Number range objects are created in the Customizing application and can be assigned to different applications. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Number range objects are created in the Customizing application and can be assigned to different applications. The number range object is then used to assign a unique number to each document or transaction. The number range object can also be used to control the sequence of numbers assigned to documents or transactions. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a number range object, it is important to ensure that the number range is large enough to accommodate the expected number of documents or transactions. It is also important to ensure that the number range does not overlap with any other number ranges that may be in use. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The number range object is part of the CA-GTF General Application Functions component in SAP. This component provides a set of tools and functions for managing documents, transactions, and other objects in SAP. It also provides tools for creating and managing number ranges.