How To Fix 26024 - Error in number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Error in number assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26024 - Error in number assignment ?

  The SAP error message 26024, which indicates "Error in number assignment," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range assignment for a specific object or document type in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require unique identification numbers.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range for the specific object type may be exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been assigned.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or activated for the relevant document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  Number Range Intervals: There may be overlapping or conflicting number range intervals defined in the system.
  System Settings: The system settings for number assignment may not be correctly set up, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object related to the error.
  Ensure that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to transaction code SNRO and modifying the number range intervals.
  Ensure that the number range is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the number range.
  Check if the number range is correctly assigned to the document type or object.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the object associated with the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message 26024. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), SPRO (Customizing), SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.