How To Fix CNDET010 - Number assignment in critical area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNDET - Messages for Flexible Detail Display

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Number assignment in critical area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNDET010 - Number assignment in critical area ?

  The SAP error message CNDET010 ("Number assignment in critical area") typically occurs in the context of project management or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with number ranges for objects like projects, networks, or activities. This error indicates that the system is trying to assign a number from a number range that is considered critical, and there may be issues with the number range configuration or availability.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Exhaustion: The number range defined for the object may be exhausted, meaning there are no more available numbers to assign.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or may be set to a restricted status.
  Critical Area: The system is trying to assign a number in a critical area where special rules apply, and the assignment cannot proceed due to these rules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object related to the error.
  Ensure that the number range is not exhausted and that there are available numbers.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it by adding more numbers. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the number range is set to "Current" and not "Restricted" or "Not Assigned".
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the number range in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., OPRJ for project management).
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant object type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the objects associated with the number range.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for any additional configuration or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), OPRJ (Project Management Configuration), CN22 (Change Network).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to number range assignments.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on number range management and project management configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CNDET010 error in your SAP system.