How To Fix CMS_AST007 - Cannot create any further assets; contact your system administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Cannot create any further assets; contact your system administrator

What causes this issue?

The number range interval &SYST-MSGV2&of number range object
&SYST-MSGV2& does not have any more free numbers. In the Customizing,
this interval is assigned to the asset type of the specified asset.
Identification numbers for assets of this type are generated from this
interval.

System Response

The system does not permit you to create a new asset.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_AST_NR>Define Number Ranges</>, you can exercise one
of the following options:
Extend the interval &V2& of the number range object &V1&.
Alternatively, you can reorganize the corresponding data and manually
reset the interval status. For example, consider an existing interval
between 0 - 999. You may want to split the interval to say 0 - 400. Then
, the corresponding intervals that follow must also be rearranged
accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST007 - Cannot create any further assets; contact your system administrator ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST007 ("Cannot create any further assets; contact your system administrator") typically indicates that the system has reached a limit on the number of assets that can be created in the Asset Accounting module. This can occur due to various reasons, including configuration settings, system limitations, or database constraints.
  Causes:
  
  Asset Limit Reached: The system may have a predefined limit on the number of assets that can be created, and this limit has been reached.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that restrict the creation of new assets.
  Database Constraints: The underlying database may have constraints or limits that prevent the creation of new records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create new assets, leading to this error message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Limit: Verify if there is a limit set for the number of assets in your system. If so, consider increasing this limit if it is configurable.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that there are no restrictions on asset creation.
  Database Cleanup: If the database is reaching its limits, consider archiving or deleting old or unused assets to free up space.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create the asset has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Contact System Administrator: If the issue persists, it is advisable to contact your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights into system settings and limitations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on asset creation limits.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the configuration settings and limitations.
  System Logs: Analyze system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.