How To Fix 63848 - Number '&' assigned to another real estate object ('&')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 848

• Message text: Number '&' assigned to another real estate object ('&')

What causes this issue?

The running foreign object number (of, for example, a maintentance
order) has been assigned to a different real estate object. The
previous assignment to the original real estate object was cancelled at
the same time.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63848 - Number '&' assigned to another real estate object ('&') ?

  The SAP error message 63848, which states "Number '&' assigned to another real estate object ('&')", typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE-FX) when there is an attempt to assign a number (such as a property number or object ID) that is already in use by another real estate object.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Number Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that the number you are trying to assign to a new real estate object is already assigned to an existing object in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of number ranges in the system, leading to conflicts.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be overlaps in object numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Verify if the number you are trying to assign is already in use. You can do this by searching for the existing real estate objects in the system.
  Use a Different Number: If the number is indeed in use, you will need to assign a different, unique number to the new real estate object.
  Review Number Ranges: Check the configuration of number ranges in the system to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no overlaps.
  Data Cleanup: If this error arises from data migration, ensure that the data is cleaned up and that there are no duplicate entries in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing real estate object numbers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RECN (for Real Estate Management) or OBA7 (for number range management) to manage and check number ranges.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify real estate objects in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Real Estate Management.