/BOFU/COMMON_MSG031 - External number ranges are not allowed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/COMMON_MSG -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: External number ranges are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON_MSG031 - External number ranges are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON_MSG031 indicating "External number ranges are not allowed" typically occurs when there is an attempt to use an external number range in a context where it is not permitted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing documents in certain modules (like Financial Accounting, Controlling, etc.) where the system is configured to use internal number ranges.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The number range for the document type or object you are trying to create is set to "internal" in the configuration, but the system is trying to use an external number.
  Document Type Settings: The specific document type you are working with may not allow external number ranges.
  User Input: A user may have manually entered a number that is outside the allowed range or format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the number range is set to "internal" if that is the requirement.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the settings for the document type.
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow internal number assignment.
  
  
  
  User Input Validation:
  
  Ensure that users are not manually entering numbers when the system is set to generate them automatically.
  If external number assignment is required, consider changing the configuration to allow it, if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the implications of changing number range settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  OBA7 - Document Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.