How To Fix CC009 - External number assignment not supported for change number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: External number assignment not supported for change number &

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a change number in numeric format. However, numbers
assigned by the user must fall within the number range allowed by the
system.
Change number &V1& falls within a number range for which external
number assignment is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Choose a number which is within the range allowed for external number
assignment.
You can display the different number ranges via Customizing
(engineering change management).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC009 - External number assignment not supported for change number & ?

  The SAP error message CC009, which states "External number assignment not supported for change number &," typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage a change number in the SAP system using an external number range, which is not allowed for change numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The system is configured to use internal number assignment for change numbers. When you attempt to create a change number using an external number range, the system throws this error.
  Transaction Settings: The transaction or process you are using may not support external number assignment for change numbers.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or manage change numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Internal Number Assignment: If you are trying to create a change number, ensure that you are using the internal number assignment option. This is the default setting for change numbers in SAP.
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to change numbers (usually CNUM).
  Check the configuration to ensure that it is set to internal number assignment.
  
  
  Adjust User Settings: If you believe you should have access to external number assignment, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to change management and number assignment for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CC01: Create Change Number
  CC02: Change Change Number
  CC03: Display Change Number
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CC009 error and successfully manage change numbers in your SAP system.