How To Fix CRM_LEASING_CHANGE212 - External number assignment is not possible for the allocation number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEASING_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 212

• Message text: External number assignment is not possible for the allocation number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CHANGE212 - External number assignment is not possible for the allocation number ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CHANGE212 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assignment for an allocation number in the context of leasing or contract management within the SAP CRM system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to assign an external number to a leasing allocation due to configuration or data issues.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the allocation number may not be properly configured. This can happen if the number range is set to internal but the system is trying to assign an external number.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The external number range may be exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or change the allocation number.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the leasing configuration that prevent the assignment of external numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object. Ensure that the number range is set up correctly for external number assignment.
  If the number range is set to internal, consider changing it to allow external assignments if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to the same transaction (SNRO) and adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify allocation numbers. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the leasing configuration settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) to ensure that all settings related to number assignment are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific error message for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message CRM_LEASING_CHANGE212.