/ASU/GENERAL026 - Number range error:can't determine next number (&1 &2)

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ASU/GENERAL -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Number range error:can't determine next number (&1 &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL026 - Number range error:can't determine next number (&1 &2) ?

  The SAP error message /ASU/GENERAL026 indicates a number range error, specifically that the system cannot determine the next number for a specified number range object. This typically occurs in scenarios where a number range is exhausted or not properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range for the specified object has been completely used up, meaning there are no more available numbers to assign.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range object may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues in number assignment.
  Number Range Intervals: The intervals defined for the number range may not cover the required range, or they may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the number range from being accessed or utilized correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object in question.
  Verify if the number range is exhausted. If it is, you will need to extend the number range.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by creating a new interval or increasing the upper limit of the existing interval.
  Ensure that the new range does not overlap with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range is inactive, activate it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the number range object to ensure that it is set up correctly. This can be done in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the number range object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /ASU/GENERAL026 error and ensure that the number range is functioning correctly.