How To Fix BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE900 - Internal number assignment (BOOKID) failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 900

• Message text: Internal number assignment (BOOKID) failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE900 - Internal number assignment (BOOKID) failed ?

  The SAP error message "BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE900 Internal number assignment (BOOKID) failed" typically indicates an issue with the internal number assignment for a specific object, in this case, a "BOOKID." This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or processing documents, records, or transactions that require a unique identifier.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the BOOKID may not be properly defined or may have been exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not set up correctly or if the maximum limit has been reached.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings or in the data model that are preventing the system from assigning a new number.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the object associated with the BOOKID.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or corruption, that are preventing the assignment of a new number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the number range object associated with BOOKID.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done by adjusting the upper limit of the number range in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the object. You can check this in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the assignment of a new number. If there are locks, you may need to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require assistance from a developer or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  SM12 - Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to number range management and internal number assignment for further understanding.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.