How To Fix IWO_BAPI2109 - Order &1 with external number changed during creation

IWO_BAPI2109 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI2 - Messages for the PS/CS BAPI Process Control

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Order &1 with external number changed during creation

What causes this issue?

An order with external number assignment is changed in the same step.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

This message is not an error, but is just for avoiding errors.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI2109 - Order &1 with external number changed during creation ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI2109 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assignment for a maintenance order during its creation. This error typically occurs when the system detects that the external number assigned to the order has changed unexpectedly, which can happen due to various reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The external number range for the order type may not be configured correctly. If the system is set to use external numbering but the number range is not properly defined or is exhausted, it can lead to this error.
  Manual Number Assignment: If the order is being created with a manually assigned number that conflicts with the existing number range or if the number is not valid, this error can occur.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users are trying to create orders simultaneously and there is a conflict in number assignment, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Logic: Any custom enhancements or