How To Fix BB063 - There is no free number available for the subscreen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BB - Coding Block

• Message number: 063

• Message text: There is no free number available for the subscreen

What causes this issue?

You have exhausted all the valid numbers for customer subscreens.

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?

You can release numbers for use by deleting any subscreens you no
longer require.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BB063 - There is no free number available for the subscreen ?

  The SAP error message BB063, "There is no free number available for the subscreen," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Partner (BP) or Customer/Vendor Master data management. This error indicates that the system cannot find an available number range for a specific subscreen or data entry area.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Ranges: The number range defined for the specific subscreen has been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings for the relevant object (e.g., Business Partner, Customer, Vendor).
  Missing Number Range: The number range for the subscreen may not be defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create entries in the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the subscreen.
  Check if the number range is defined correctly and if there are free numbers available.
  If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to the transaction code SNRO and adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  Ensure that the new range does not conflict with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range is properly assigned to the relevant application area (e.g., Business Partner, Customer, Vendor).
  Use transaction codes like BP or XD01 (for Customers) and MK01 (for Vendors) to check the configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify entries in the relevant number range.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), BP (Business Partner), XD01 (Create Customer), MK01 (Create Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.