How To Fix >9304 - &1 has external number assignment, choose another number range

>9304 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >9 - Messages for TAS

• Message number: 304

• Message text: &1 has external number assignment, choose another number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >9304 - &1 has external number assignment, choose another number range ?

  The SAP error message "9304 &1 has external number assignment, choose another number range" typically occurs when you are trying to create a new document (like a customer, vendor, or material) using a number range that is configured for external number assignment, but the system is expecting an internal number assignment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range you are trying to use is set up for external number assignment. This means that the system expects the user to provide a number manually rather than generating one automatically.
  Incorrect Number Range Selection: You may have selected a number range that is not appropriate for the type of document you are trying to create.
  Document Type Settings: The document type you are using may not be configured correctly to allow for the number range you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a Different Number Range: When you encounter this error, you should select a different number range