/AIF/IDOC_GEN_STR009 - Number range &1 failed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/IDOC_GEN_STR -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Number range &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/IDOC_GEN_STR009 - Number range &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/IDOC_GEN_STR009 with the description "Number range &1 failed" typically indicates that there is an issue with the number range object associated with the IDoc processing in the Application Interface Framework (AIF). This error occurs when the system is unable to generate a new number for the IDoc due to various reasons related to the number range configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific IDoc type may not be defined in the system.
  Number Range Exhausted: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the range have been used up.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or "not active."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the number range settings or in the IDoc type settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to transaction code SNRO, selecting the relevant number range object, and adjusting the intervals to allow for more numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Type Settings:
  
  Check the IDoc type settings in transaction code WE30 to ensure that the correct number range is assigned to the IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide context for the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE02: Display IDocs
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and IDoc processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.