AA738 - Number range & has not been created for document type &.

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SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

  • Message number: 738

  • Message text: Number range & has not been created for document type &.

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  • What causes this issue?

    No valid number range interval has been created for document type &V2&.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Specify an interval for number range &V1& in the year 999 for company
    code &V3&.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA738 - Number range & has not been created for document type &. ?

    The SAP error message AA738 indicates that a number range has not been created for a specific document type in the Asset Accounting (AA) module. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post an asset transaction (such as acquisition, transfer, or retirement) and the system cannot find a valid number range for the specified document type.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Number Range: The primary cause of this error is that the number range for the specified document type has not been defined in the system.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The document type may not be properly configured in the Asset Accounting settings.
    3. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create number ranges.

    Solution:

    To resolve the AA738 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check Number Range Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code OAVC (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Asset Accounting -> Integration -> Define Number Ranges for Asset Documents).
      • Verify if the number range for the specific document type (e.g., acquisition, transfer, retirement) is defined.
      • If it is not defined, create a new number range for the document type.
    2. Create Number Range:

      • In the number range configuration screen, you can create a new number range by specifying the range of numbers and assigning it to the relevant document type.
      • Ensure that the number range is set to "Internal" if the system should automatically generate the numbers.
    3. Assign Number Range to Document Type:

      • After creating the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the correct document type in the configuration settings.
    4. Check Authorizations:

      • Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify number ranges. This may require assistance from a system administrator.
    5. Test the Configuration:

      • After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • OAVC: Define Number Ranges for Asset Documents
      • SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on number range configuration and document types.

    • Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AA738 error and successfully post asset transactions in SAP.

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