How To Fix 32003 - Sequential number will be proposed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 32 - HR: Public Sector Austria

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Sequential number will be proposed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 32003 - Sequential number will be proposed ?

  The SAP error message "32003: Sequential number will be proposed" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with document numbers in SAP. This message indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid sequential number for a document, and as a result, it will propose a number instead.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the document type you are trying to create may not be properly defined or may have been exhausted.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings for the specific document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  Document Type Settings: The document type may not be correctly set up to allow for automatic number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object associated with the document type.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Settings:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it or create a new number range.
  Ensure that the number range is set to "Internal" if you want the system to automatically assign numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the configuration of the document type.
  Ensure that the document type is correctly configured to use the appropriate number range.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create documents with the specified document type and number range.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  OBA7 - Document Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number ranges and document types.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "32003: Sequential number will be proposed" error in SAP.