How To Fix 88705 - Error in number assignment for object &1 and interval &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Error in number assignment for object &1 and interval &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88705 - Error in number assignment for object &1 and interval &2 ?

  The SAP error message 88705, "Error in number assignment for object &1 and interval &2," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range assignment for a specific object in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating documents, transactions, or master data that require unique identifiers.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Intervals: The number range interval for the specified object is either not defined or has been exhausted. This means that all available numbers in the defined range have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings for the object in question.
  System Lock: The number range object might be locked due to a system error or ongoing transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Check the intervals defined for this object and ensure that they are correctly set up and not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend the interval by adding more numbers to the range.
  This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by editing the intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If the number range object is locked, you may need to investigate the cause of the lock. This can be done using transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the number range object.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 88705 in your SAP system.