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Define number ranges for document numbers

In this IMG activity, you define the number ranges for document numbers and the type of number assignment. When you define a document type , you must create at least one number range for assigning document numbers.
You have the following options:

Your SAP System assigns a numeric number from the number range defined.
You can define a numeric number from the number range defined.

Actions

Define number ranges (intervals)
For external number ranges, set the Indicator: external number assignment.

Further hints

Example:
You can enter a template (prefix) which defines a classifying component of the number. You can write a check routine (using a user exit) that checks your entry and completes it with a unique internal number.
External component: 2NG-
Internal component: XXXX (from a number range)
Template: 2NG-XXXX

Do not change the number range status of internal number range intervals.