How To Fix B1085 - Error occurred when assigning a number for a change pointer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Error occurred when assigning a number for a change pointer

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1085 - Error occurred when assigning a number for a change pointer ?

  The SAP error message B1085, which states "Error occurred when assigning a number for a change pointer," typically occurs in the context of change pointer processing in SAP systems. Change pointers are used in the SAP system to track changes to data that can be sent to other systems or used for data replication.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for change pointers may not be properly defined or may be exhausted. Each change pointer requires a unique number, and if the number range is full, the system cannot assign a new number.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the change pointer settings or in the related application settings.
  
  
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or corruption, that prevent the system from assigning a new number.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the B1085 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to change pointers (usually E1EDK01 for IDoc change pointers).
  Check if the number range is defined correctly and if it is exhausted. If it is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the number range. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check Change Pointer Settings:
  
  Review the configuration for change pointers in transaction BD61 (Change Pointer Configuration) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check for any database locks or issues that might be preventing the assignment of a new number. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Restart the Process:
  
  If the issue persists, try restarting the process that triggered the error, as it may have been a temporary issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are used in various SAP applications, especially in the context of IDocs and data replication.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BD61 (Change Pointer Configuration), SNRO (Number Range Objects), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the B1085 error in your SAP system.