Understanding the Issue
When a Standard Network is accidentally deleted, the number ranges assigned to it are system-generated. Attempting to create a new Standard Network using the same number often fails because the number is already marked as "used" within the system.To resolve this, you have two options:
1. Retrieve the Old Deleted Standard Network
2. Generate a New Standard Network with the Old Number
Option 1: Retrieve the Old Deleted Standard Network
Unfortunately, once a Standard Network is deleted, direct retrieval may not be possible if backups are not in place. Therefore, the most practical approach is to recreate it using the same number.If your system supports restoration from backups, you may be able to restore the deleted network from a previous backup. Otherwise, proceed to Option 2.
Option 2: Generate a New Standard Network Using the Old Number
The following steps detail how to manually generate a new Standard Network using the same number that was previously assigned.Step 1: Disable Auto-Assigned Numbers
- Create a network profile with the auto-assigned number feature turned off.
- Proceed to create the new Standard Network with the desired old number.
- Note: This will generate a Standard Network with a separate network profile, meaning any changes to the original profile will not affect the new one.
Step 2: Adjust the Number Range to Accommodate the Old Number
If you prefer to use the exact old number within the same number range, follow these steps:1. Modify the Last Used Number in the Number Range:
- Go to your number range settings and adjust the last used number to one less than the desired number.
- For example, if the deleted Standard Network had the number 7110023, set the last used number to 7110022.
- Generate the new Standard Network, and the system will automatically assign the desired number, e.g., 7110023.
- After successfully creating the new Standard Network, return to the number range settings.
- Adjust the last used number to match the original sequence. For instance, if the last number used was 7110047, set it back to 7110047.
Important Considerations
- It is highly recommended to perform these steps during off-hours or weekends when no other users are creating new Standard Networks.
- Ensure that all users are notified or temporarily restricted from making changes until the process is completed.
- Backup your current network settings before making any changes to avoid data loss.
FAQs
Q1: Can I retrieve a deleted Standard Network directly from the system?
No, unless your system has backup capabilities. Otherwise, you will need to manually recreate it using the steps outlined above.Q2: What happens if I attempt to reuse the old number without adjusting the number range?
The system will likely reject the attempt because the number is marked as previously used. Adjusting the number range allows you to force the system to accept the desired number.Q3: Is there any risk of data corruption by adjusting the number range settings?
If done carefully and during off-hours, the risk is minimal. Always ensure you have a backup before making adjustments.Q4: Can multiple users perform this process simultaneously?
No, it is advised to perform this process with only one user making changes to avoid conflicts and ensure data integrity.Q5: What if the new Standard Network creation still fails after following these steps?
Double-check your number range settings and ensure that no other users are trying to create new networks during the process.By following the steps above, you can successfully recreate
a deleted Standard Network using the same number. Ensuring proper scheduling
and backups will help prevent issues during the process.
