How To Fix AO226 - No number can be assigned - contact your system specialist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 226

• Message text: No number can be assigned - contact your system specialist

What causes this issue?

The last appropriation request number was assigned in number range &V1&
(number range group of appropriation request type &V2&).

System Response

Creation of a new appropriation request is interrupted.

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Extend the interval of number range &V1&.
Assign the appropriation request types that use number range &V1& to a
different number range interval.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO226 - No number can be assigned - contact your system specialist ?

  The SAP error message AO226 ("No number can be assigned - contact your system specialist") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is unable to assign a number to an asset or a related document. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for asset numbers may not be defined or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not properly configured or if all available numbers have been used.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting module, such as missing settings for number ranges or incorrect assignment of number ranges to company codes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign asset numbers.
  
  
  System Settings: The system settings for number assignment may not be correctly set up, leading to conflicts or errors.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to transaction code OAVN (or AO01) to check the number range intervals for asset numbers.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one. This can be done in the same transaction (OAVN).
  Make sure to adjust the number range intervals to allow for more numbers if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Verify that the number range is assigned to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify asset records. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with System Specialist:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with a system specialist or SAP support for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OAVN: Number range maintenance for asset accounting.
  AO01: Create asset.
  AO02: Change asset.
  AO03: Display asset.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Asset Accounting for detailed information on configuration and number range management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AO226 error message in SAP.