How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE701 - No external number assignment possible for product type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: No external number assignment possible for product type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE701 - No external number assignment possible for product type & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE701 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assignment for a product type in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage a product in the SAP system, and the system is unable to assign an external number to the product due to configuration or data issues.
  Cause:
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the number range for the specific product type is not properly configured. This can happen if the number range is set to internal assignment only, or if the external number range is not defined or is exhausted.
  
  
  Product Type Settings: The product type you are trying to use may not be set up to allow external number assignment. This can be due to incorrect settings in the product type configuration.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the assignment of external numbers.
  
  
  System Settings: The system may not be configured to allow external number assignment for the specific product type you are working with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the product type you are working with.
  Ensure that the number range is defined for external assignment and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Review Product Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for product type configuration and check if the product type is set to allow external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage products with external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the product type and number range configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  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 the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on product types and number range management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE701 error in your SAP system.