/DSD/VC_MESSAGE412 - No external number range interval for visit plans for visit plan type &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/VC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: No external number range interval for visit plans for visit plan type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE412 - No external number range interval for visit plans for visit plan type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE412 indicates that there is no external number range interval defined for visit plans of a specific visit plan type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module, where visit plans are used for scheduling visits to customers.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined external number range for the specified visit plan type. In SAP, number ranges are used to generate unique identifiers for various objects, including visit plans. If the system cannot find a valid number range interval for the visit plan type you are trying to create or process, it will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define an external number range interval for the visit plan type in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to visit plans, which is typically /DSD/VISIT_PLAN or similar, depending on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  In the number range object, check if there are any existing intervals defined for the visit plan type you are using.
  If there are no intervals, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range Interval:
  
  If necessary, create a new number range interval by clicking on the "Intervals" button.
  Define the interval by specifying the following:
  
  Number Range: Define the range of numbers (e.g., from 100000 to 199999).
  External/ Internal: Specify whether the number range is external or internal. For visit plans, it is usually external.
  Visit Plan Type: Ensure that the visit plan type you are working with is included in the interval.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After defining the number range interval, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to create or process the visit plan again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number range configurations.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your system's configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.