How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE042 - External number assignment for number range & not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 042

• Message text: External number assignment for number range & not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE042 - External number assignment for number range & not possible ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE042 indicates that there is an issue with external number assignment for a specific number range. This typically occurs when the system is unable to assign a number from the specified number range due to various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specified object may not be defined in the system.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range might be deactivated or not available for external number assignment.
  Number Range Exhausted: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been assigned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings or in the related application.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and is set for external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range is deactivated, you can activate it in the same SNRO transaction.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it by adding more numbers. This can be done in the SNRO transaction by adjusting the intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the number range. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Application Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration of the application that is trying to use the number range. There may be specific settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the COM_DML_ENGINE042 error message in SAP.