How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES066 - Cannot assign an ID. Contact support to extend number range &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Cannot assign an ID. Contact support to extend number range &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES066 - Cannot assign an ID. Contact support to extend number range &1. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES066 Cannot assign an ID. Contact support to extend number range &1 typically indicates that the system has run out of available IDs in a specific number range. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating new records in a module that relies on unique identifiers, like customer IDs, vendor IDs, or document numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for a particular object (like a customer, vendor, or document) has been fully utilized. This means that all possible IDs within that range have been assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or limits.
  System Limitations: The system may have been set up with a limited number range that is insufficient for the volume of transactions being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error message.
  Check the current number range intervals and see if they can be extended.
  If necessary, create a new number range interval to accommodate more IDs.
  Ensure that the new range does not overlap with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change number ranges, or if you are unsure about the implications of extending a number range, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Review Usage:
  
  Analyze the usage of the number range to understand why it was exhausted. This may involve reviewing transaction volumes and identifying any unusual spikes in ID creation.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Plan:
  
  Implement monitoring for number range usage to prevent future occurrences. This can include setting up alerts when usage approaches the limit.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number ranges.
  SNUM: To display number range objects.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing number ranges.
  User Roles: Ensure that users who need to manage number ranges have the appropriate authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.