How To Fix FTBU305 - The 'Standard number assignment' flag is set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBU - Conversion: Treasury partner CBP messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: The 'Standard number assignment' flag is set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTBU305 - The 'Standard number assignment' flag is set ?

  The SAP error message FTBU305 indicates that the "Standard number assignment" flag is set in the system, which can lead to issues when trying to create or manage certain financial documents, such as invoices or journal entries. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and document management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is configured to use standard number assignment for document numbers, but the specific document type or transaction you are trying to process does not support this setting. This can happen if:
  
  The document type is not configured correctly in the system.
  The number range for the document type is not defined or is not compatible with the standard number assignment.
  There may be a conflict with the settings in the configuration of the financial accounting module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FTBU305 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (e.g., via transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the document type is set up correctly and that the number assignment method is appropriate for your needs.
  
  
  
  Review Number Range Settings:
  
  Check the number range intervals assigned to the document type. Ensure that they are defined and active.
  You can do this by navigating to the number range configuration (transaction code SNRO or OBA7) and verifying the settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Standard Number Assignment:
  
  If the standard number assignment is not required for your process, consider changing the setting to "External" or "Internal" as needed.
  This can be done in the document type configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to number assignment and document types for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Maintain Number Ranges for Document Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial document management and number assignment settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FTBU305 error and implement a solution to resolve it.