How To Fix 1E046 - Error in number issuing for the account numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Error in number issuing for the account numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E046 - Error in number issuing for the account numbers ?

  The SAP error message 1E046 indicates that there is an issue with the number range assignment for account numbers. This error typically arises when the system is unable to issue a new account number due to various reasons related to number range configuration.
  Causes of Error 1E046:
  
  Number Range Exhaustion: The defined number range for the account numbers may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the range have been assigned.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or may not be defined for the specific account type you are trying to create.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign new account numbers.
  Number Range Intervals: There may be overlapping or conflicting number range intervals that prevent the system from issuing a new number.
  System Settings: The system settings for number range management may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solutions to Error 1E046:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object related to account numbers.
  Ensure that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in transaction code OBAS (for account groups) or OBA7 (for general ledger accounts).
  Define a new interval or extend the existing one to allow for more account numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in transaction code OBD4 (for account groups) to ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant account types.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify account numbers. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBAS: Define Number Ranges for G/L Accounts
  OBA7: Maintain Number Ranges for G/L Accounts
  OBD4: Assign Number Ranges to Account Groups
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.