How To Fix 06017 - & created under the number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: & created under the number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06017 - & created under the number & ?

  The SAP error message 06017 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of a document or transaction in the system. The specific message can vary based on the context in which it appears, but it often relates to problems with document numbers, such as:
  Cause:
  
  Document Number Range Issues: The error may occur if the document number range for the specific type of document (e.g., invoice, purchase order) is exhausted or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create the document.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the relevant module (e.g., FI, MM) that prevent the document from being created.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like vendor or customer information) may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Number Ranges: Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range for the relevant document type. Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and has available numbers.
  Review Authorizations: Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create the document.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., FI, MM) to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like OBD2 for document types or OMJJ for movement types.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all required master data is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking vendor, customer, or material master records.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO, SU53, OBD2, and OMJJ.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and solutions related to this error message.
  
  If you have a specific context or additional details about the error, please provide that information for more tailored assistance.