How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL108 - Number assignment for the activity log has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Number assignment for the activity log has failed

What causes this issue?

The number assignment for the activity log is made from interval
&V1& of number range object AFX_ACT. The process of determining
the next number has terminated with return code &V2&.
The following list shows the possible exception scenarios with the
corresponding return codes:
1:,,Interval not found.
2:,,Number range not internal.
3:,,Object not defined in TNRO.
4:,,Number of numbers required must be larger than 0.
5:,,Number of numbers required must be 1.
6:,,Interval used up; no turn-around possible.
7:,,Buffer is full.

System Response

The current program will be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Use transaction SNUM to check whether interval
&V1& of number range object AFX_ACT exists. Create the interval
if necessary.
For more information on the exception scenario, refer to the interface
description (long text for the exceptions) in function module
NUMBER_GET_NEXT (transaction
SE37).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL108 - Number assignment for the activity log has failed ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL108, which states "Number assignment for the activity log has failed," typically indicates an issue with the number range assignment for the activity log in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of certain transactions or processes that require logging.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the activity log may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings for the activity log.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from assigning a new number.
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the SAP environment can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the activity log.
  Check if the number range is exhausted and if necessary, extend the number range by adding more numbers.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Settings:
  
  If the number range is not exhausted, ensure that the settings are correctly configured. You may need to adjust the intervals or the status of the number range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the number range.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context.
  If there are any database issues, consider running database consistency checks or contacting your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Restart the Process:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the transaction or process can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (Number Range Objects), SM21 (System Log), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AFX_GLOBAL108 error in your SAP system.