How To Fix COM_ALTER_IDENT201 - Automatic generation is not possible

COM_ALTER_IDENT201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ALTER_IDENT - Messages for Alternative Identifiers

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Automatic generation is not possible

What causes this issue?

Alternative ID types can only be generated automatically if the set type
used has not been designated for multiple use and does not contain any
additional key fields.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the set type you are using appropriately or use another set type.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

COM_ALTER_IDENT201 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT201 typically indicates that there is an issue with the automatic generation of identifiers in the context of a configuration or master data change. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to change a configuration in the SAP system that requires the generation of new identifiers, but the system is unable to do so due to certain constraints or settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration settings to allow for automatic identifier generation.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from generating new identifiers.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action that requires identifier generation.
  Technical Limitations: There could be technical limitations or bugs in the system that prevent the automatic generation of identifiers.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with