How To Fix F5152 - Document number & & & was already assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Document number & & & was already assigned

What causes this issue?

Document number &v2& in company code &v1& and fiscal year &v3& has
already been assigned.

System Response

Termination of processing.

How to fix this error?

Check document number range &v4& in company code &V1& and fiscal year
&v3& and correct the number range status if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5152 - Document number & & & was already assigned ?

  The SAP error message F5152, which states "Document number & & & was already assigned," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing. This error indicates that the system is trying to assign a document number that has already been used for another document, leading to a conflict.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Document Number: The document number you are trying to use has already been assigned to another financial document in the system.
  Number Range Issues: The number range configuration for the document type may not be set up correctly, leading to overlaps or conflicts.
  Manual Entry Errors: If document numbers are being entered manually, there may be a mistake in the number being entered.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for document number assignment may not be properly defined, leading to issues with number generation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Number: Verify the document number you are trying to use. Ensure that it is not already assigned to another document.
  Use a New Document Number: If the document number is indeed already in use, you will need to use a different, unassigned document number.
  Review Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range settings for the relevant document type.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  Check for Manual Entry: If you are manually entering document numbers, consider switching to automatic number assignment to avoid conflicts.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to review the configuration and ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), FB02 (Change Document), or FB03 (Display Document) to work with financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document number assignment and number range management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5152 error and continue with your financial document processing in SAP.