How To Fix CMS_RE218 - Assigned number is in the critical area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Assigned number is in the critical area

What causes this issue?

This is a warning message to inform you that the assigned number is in
the critical area of the number range. Normally a warning limit is set
when the number range is defined.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE218 - Assigned number is in the critical area ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE218, which states "Assigned number is in the critical area," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Central Management System (CMS) or when dealing with number ranges in various modules. This error indicates that the number you are trying to assign or use falls within a range that is considered critical or restricted, often due to business rules or system configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number you are trying to assign may fall within a predefined critical area of a number range that is reserved for specific purposes (e.g., system-generated numbers, critical transactions).
  Custom Business Logic: There may be custom logic implemented in the system that restricts the use of certain number ranges to prevent conflicts or ensure data integrity.
  System Settings: The system may have settings that define certain ranges as critical to avoid accidental overwrites or misuse.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number you are trying to use does not fall within the critical area defined in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust the number range settings to allow for the assignment of numbers outside the critical area.
  Alternatively, you can create a new number range that does not overlap with the critical area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the implications of using numbers in the critical area.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO for number range management and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges or configurations.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes do not adversely affect other processes or data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CMS_RE218 error and understand the implications of number range management in your SAP system.