C2312 - No more free item numbers (Please check)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 312

• Message text: No more free item numbers (Please check)

What causes this issue?

No further item numbers can be automatically assigned for the
components in the order. The available interval has been used
completely.

System Response

For all further items, the system assigns the item number 9999.

How to fix this error?

If required, re-number the items.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2312 - No more free item numbers (Please check) ?

  The SAP error message C2312, which states "No more free item numbers (Please check)," typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a sales order, purchase order, or invoice) that requires item numbers, but the system has run out of available item numbers for that document type.
  Cause:
  
  Exhaustion of Item Number Range: Each document type in SAP has a defined range of item numbers. If all available item numbers in that range have been used, you will encounter this error.
  Configuration Issues: The number range for the document type may not be properly configured, or it may not have been extended to accommodate more items.
  Document Type Limitations: Some document types may have specific limitations on the number of items that can be included.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the document type you are working with (e.g., sales orders, purchase orders).
  Check the current status of the number range to see if it has been exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it. This can be done in transaction code SNRO or OAVN (for number range maintenance).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the specific document type in transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for the document type and ensure that the number range is correctly assigned and configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, or if you are unsure about the implications of extending number ranges, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not affecting the number range assignment or usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  OAVN: Number Range Maintenance
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C2312 error and continue processing your documents in SAP.