How To Fix CME_DTYPE053 - Internal order counter: & occurs more than once (value &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Internal order counter: & occurs more than once (value &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_DTYPE053 - Internal order counter: & occurs more than once (value &) ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE053 indicates that there is a duplicate internal order counter in your system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process an internal order, and the system detects that the internal order counter (which is a unique identifier for internal orders) has been used more than once.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Internal Order Counter: The most common cause of this error is that the internal order counter has been assigned to more than one internal order. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry errors.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been manual entries that did not follow the unique constraints, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the controlling area or internal order type may not be correctly configured to ensure unique numbering.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Internal Order Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for internal orders in the SAP system (Transaction code: OIA1 for order types).
  Ensure that the number range for internal orders is correctly defined and that it does not overlap with other order types.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Internal Orders:
  
  Use transaction code KO03 to display existing internal orders and check for duplicates.
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or archive the unnecessary orders.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is exhausted or incorrectly set, adjust the number range intervals (Transaction code: OBN1 for number range objects).
  Ensure that the number range is set to allow for unique values.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If the error is due to data migration, you may need to clean up the data to ensure that all internal orders have unique counters.
  This may involve deleting or renumbering conflicting internal orders.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the creation of internal orders again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KO01: Create Internal Order
  KO02: Change Internal Order
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  OIA1: Internal Order Types Configuration
  OBN1: Number Range Objects Configuration
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on internal orders and number range management.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CME_DTYPE053 error and ensure that your internal order counters are unique and correctly configured.