How To Fix 60947 - Error & during number assignment IMKEY

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 947

• Message text: Error & during number assignment IMKEY

What causes this issue?

The system internally generates a key for the processed object. An
error occurred during this procedure.

System Response

The program is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator of the message and error number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60947 - Error & during number assignment IMKEY ?

  The SAP error message "60947 Error & during number assignment IMKEY" typically occurs during the process of number assignment in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal number ranges. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying records that require unique identifiers.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause is that the number range for the object you are trying to create or modify is either exhausted or not properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings in the SAP system.
  System Lock: The number range might be locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify records that require number assignment. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Release Locks:
  
  If the number range is locked, you may need to identify and release the lock. You can check for locks using transaction SM12.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a developer or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on number range management and error handling.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.