How To Fix AM071 - Sequential number missing; entries ignored &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Sequential number missing; entries ignored &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM071 - Sequential number missing; entries ignored & ?

  The SAP error message AM071 ("Sequential number missing; entries ignored") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an issue with the sequential numbering of asset transactions. This error indicates that the system is expecting a sequential number for asset transactions, but it is missing or not in the expected order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sequential Number: The system is unable to find the next sequential number for asset transactions, which can happen if the number range is not properly defined or if there are gaps in the number sequence.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for asset transactions may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Manual Entry Errors: If transactions are being entered manually, there may be a mistake in the entry that causes the sequential number to be skipped.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the sequential numbering.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAVN (for number range intervals) and check the configuration for the asset number ranges.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are no gaps in the sequence.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Transactions:
  
  Check the asset transactions that have been posted to see if there are any missing or incorrectly entered sequential numbers.
  Use transaction code AW01N to review asset master data and transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If necessary, adjust the number range to ensure that it can accommodate the required transactions. You may need to extend the number range or create a new one if the current range is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Entry Errors:
  
  If transactions are being entered manually, ensure that users are following the correct procedures and that they are not skipping numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAVN: Number Range Intervals for Asset Accounting
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  S_ALR_87011990: Asset History Sheet (for reviewing asset transactions)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on number ranges and asset transaction processing.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AM071 error and implement a solution to resolve it.