How To Fix CV706 - External number assignment is not possible for group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CV - CIM messages: Update

• Message number: 706

• Message text: External number assignment is not possible for group &

What causes this issue?

You want to externally assign a group number. However, the number you
entered is not within the interval defined for external number
assignment.

How to fix this error?

Choose a group number from an interval defined for external number
assignment.
To see which number ranges are available for external number
assignment:
Choose the link below <zh>Number ranges for reference rate routings</>.
Choose <zh>Interval -> Display</>. The <zh>Display number ranges</>
screen appears. All the intervals that have the <zh>Ext</> indicator
set are available for external number assignment.

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

<DS:TRAN.CANM>Number ranges for reference rate routings</>
&FURTHER_HINTS&
If you do not have authorization to display number ranges, notify your
system administration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CV706 - External number assignment is not possible for group & ?

  The SAP error message CV706, which states "External number assignment is not possible for group &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign an external number range to a document or object that is not configured to allow external number assignment. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or processing documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The number range for the specific document type or object is set to internal rather than external. This means that the system is not configured to allow external number assignment for that particular group.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support external number assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to external number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type or group in question.
  Check the configuration to see if it is set to allow external number assignment. If it is set to internal, you may need to change it to external if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the settings for the document type.
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow external number assignment if that is required.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to external number assignment. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, it is advisable to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team. They can provide guidance on the implications of changing number range settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on number range management and configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CV706 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.