How To Fix ICC_NUMBERING024 - Prefix assigned to RE-FX documents must contain only numeric values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_NUMBERING - General Document Numbering

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Prefix assigned to RE-FX documents must contain only numeric values

What causes this issue?

The prefix that is assigned to the RE-FX document class does not contain
only numeric values.

System Response

The system terminates the process.

How to fix this error?

The prefix that is assigned to the RE-FX document class can contain only
numeric values. Please change the prefix so that it contains only
numeric values in the
<DS:SIMG.J_1IG_V_OFNUM>Assign Number Ranges to Business Places</>
Customizing activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_NUMBERING024 - Prefix assigned to RE-FX documents must contain only numeric values ?

  The SAP error message ICC_NUMBERING024 indicates that there is an issue with the prefix assigned to Real Estate Management (RE-FX) documents. Specifically, the prefix must consist solely of numeric values, and the current configuration does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The prefix for document numbering in the RE-FX module is configured to include non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  The system is trying to generate a document number using a prefix that does not comply with the numeric-only requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the prefix assigned to the RE-FX documents is numeric. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for RE-FX document numbering. This is usually found under:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Real Estate Management -> Basic Functions -> Number Ranges -> Define Number Ranges
  
  
  
  
  Check the Prefix:
  
  Locate the number range object related to the RE-FX documents.
  Check the prefix assigned to the number range. Ensure that it contains only numeric values (0-9).
  
  
  
  Modify the Prefix:
  
  If the prefix contains any non-numeric characters, modify it to ensure it is numeric only.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, try to create a new RE-FX document to verify that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Ranges in SAP: Number ranges are used in SAP to uniquely identify documents. Each document type can have its own number range, and it is crucial that these are configured correctly to avoid errors.
  RE-FX Module: The Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module in SAP is used for managing real estate portfolios, including leasing, property management, and related financial transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring number ranges and handling errors in the RE-FX module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configurations or customizations affecting the document numbering.