How To Fix AU039 - With ext. number assignmt, asset main number not in the number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 039

• Message text: With ext. number assignmt, asset main number not in the number range

What causes this issue?

You are using external number assignment. The asset main number is
not within the specified number range.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

When using external number asignment, you must use an asset main
number that is within the number range for the asset class.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU039 - With ext. number assignmt, asset main number not in the number range ?

  The SAP error message AU039 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assignment for an asset. Specifically, it means that the asset main number you are trying to use is not within the defined number range for asset accounting. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an asset and the system cannot find a valid number for it.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for asset main numbers may not be properly configured or may not include the number you are trying to use.
  External Number Assignment: If the system is set to use external number assignment, the number you are trying to assign may not be valid or may have already been used.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify assets in the specified number range.
  Incorrect Asset Class: The asset class you are using may not be configured to allow the number range you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAOA (for number range intervals) or OAYZ (for number range assignment).
  Verify that the number range for the asset class you are working with is correctly defined and includes the number you are trying to assign.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range does not include the required number, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one that includes the desired numbers.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Number:
  
  Ensure that the number you are trying to assign is valid and has not already been used. If it has been used, you will need to assign a different number.
  
  
  
  Check Asset Class Settings:
  
  Ensure that the asset class you are using is configured correctly to allow for external number assignment and that it is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify assets in the specified number range.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OAOA: Number Range Intervals
  OAYZ: Number Range Assignment
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for more detailed information on number range configuration and asset management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to error AU039.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AU039 error in SAP.