How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE212 - External number assignment not possible for assignment number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 212

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE212 - External number assignment not possible for assignment number ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE212 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assignment for an assignment number in the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to assign a new external number to a document or record due to configuration or data issues.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the specific document type may not be properly configured or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is set to a limited range and all numbers have been used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or change the assignment number.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be set up for external number assignment.
  System Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the system settings related to number assignment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the assignment number and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it or create a new number range.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type in transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for CRM and ensure that the document type is set up for external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or change the assignment number.
  You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  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 inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to number range management and CRM configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.