How To Fix FMEF023 - System error: No number has been assigned to document &1 yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEF - Messages for Earmarked Funds

• Message number: 023

• Message text: System error: No number has been assigned to document &1 yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEF023 - System error: No number has been assigned to document &1 yet ?

  The SAP error message FMEF023 indicates that there is a system error related to the assignment of a document number. Specifically, it states that "No number has been assigned to document &1 yet," where "&1" represents the document number that the system is trying to reference.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Document Number Assignment Issues: The document number has not been generated or assigned yet. This can happen if the document is in a state where it has not been fully processed or if there is a delay in the number assignment process.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of number ranges in the system. If the number range for the document type is not properly set up or if it has been exhausted, the system will not be able to assign a new number.
  
  
  Database Locking: Sometimes, database locks or transaction issues can prevent the assignment of a document number.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that affect document processing, they may inadvertently cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMEF023 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Ensure that it is in a state where it can be processed and that it has not been held up due to any errors.
  
  
  Review 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 correctly defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the assignment of the document number. If you find any locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them.
  
  
  Reprocess the Document: If the document is in a temporary state, try to reprocess it or trigger the number assignment again.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-level issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (Number Range Objects), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management and document processing for your specific module (e.g., FI, MM, SD).
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FMEF023 error in your SAP system.