How To Fix IM152 - Problem during number assignment task record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Problem during number assignment task record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM152 - Problem during number assignment task record ?

  The SAP error message IM152, which states "Problem during number assignment task record," typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management (IM) or Material Management (MM) when there is an issue with the assignment of document numbers or task records. This can happen during various processes, such as goods movements, inventory counts, or other transactions that require unique identifiers.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the document type being used may not be properly defined or may be exhausted.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings for the relevant document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the records.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from assigning a number.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system or specific patches may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range for the relevant document type.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the relevant document type in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Materials Management or Inventory Management.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the document type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that is generating the error. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  If there are database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), SU53 (Authorization Check), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Inventory Management and number range configuration.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IM152 error in SAP.