How To Fix ICC_CN853 - Document number &1 already issued (next free number is &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_CN - Nachrichten zum Druck vornumerierter SD-Belege

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Document number &1 already issued (next free number is &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_CN853 - Document number &1 already issued (next free number is &2) ?

  The SAP error message ICC_CN853 indicates that a document number you are trying to use has already been issued, and the system is informing you of the next available free number. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when dealing with financial transactions, such as invoices or journal entries.
  Cause:
  
  Document Number Already Used: The document number you are trying to enter has already been assigned to another document in the system.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the document type you are using may not be configured correctly, or it may have reached its limit.
  Manual Entry: If you are manually entering document numbers, you may have inadvertently reused a number that is already in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Number: Verify the document number you are trying to use. Ensure that it is not already assigned to another document.
  Use Next Free Number: Instead of using the document number you attempted, use the next free number provided in the error message. This is the recommended approach to avoid conflicts.
  Review Number Range Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for number ranges in SAP (Transaction Code: SNRO).
  Check the number range object associated with the document type you are working with.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that there are sufficient numbers available.
  
  
  Adjust Number Range: If necessary, you may need to extend the number range or create a new number range to accommodate more document numbers.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed with number range configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects) or OBA7 (Manage Number Ranges) to manage number ranges.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on managing number ranges and handling document numbers.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify number range settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC_CN853 error and continue with your document processing in SAP.