How To Fix CO168 - Error occured in number assignment for object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Error occured in number assignment for object &

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_SYSTEMVERW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO168 - Error occured in number assignment for object & ?

  The SAP error message CO168, which states "Error occurred in number assignment for object &," typically relates to issues with number ranges in the Controlling (CO) module. This error can occur when the system is unable to assign a new number to a controlling object, such as a cost center, internal order, or other CO-related entities.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the specific object type may be exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been assigned.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or may not be active for the object type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the object, leading to a failure in number assignment.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the overall configuration of the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the number range management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range for the specific object type. Ensure that there are available numbers in the range.
  If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKA0 (for cost centers) or KOT2 (for internal orders) to check and adjust the number range settings.
  Ensure that the number range is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations using transaction code SU53 or SU01 to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify the object.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that may be affecting number assignment.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard number assignment process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OKA0: Maintain Number Ranges for Cost Centers
  KOT2: Maintain Number Ranges for Internal Orders
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for number range management and controlling object creation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CO168 error in your SAP system.