How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE698 - External number assignment not possible for Product Type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 698

• Message text: External number assignment not possible for Product Type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE698 - External number assignment not possible for Product Type & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE698, which states "External number assignment not possible for Product Type &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number assignment configuration for a specific product type in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with product master data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Number Assignment Configuration: The product type in question may not be configured to allow external number assignment. This can happen if the settings for the product type do not permit external numbering or if the number range is not defined correctly.
  
  
  Missing Number Ranges: The number range for the product type may not be defined or may be set to internal number assignment only.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from creating or assigning numbers externally.
  
  
  Incorrect Product Type: The product type being used may not support external number assignment due to its configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object associated with the product type.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that it allows external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Product Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the product type in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Check the settings for external number assignment and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is missing, you may need to create a new number range for the product type. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction or through the relevant customizing path.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform external number assignments. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to product master data and number assignment for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, as there may be specific nuances in your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on product types and number assignment configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE698.