How To Fix J2495 - &1 &2 &3 &4: Number assignment has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 495

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4: Number assignment has failed

What causes this issue?

No number was found for this number range.

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?

Check the number range. You may have to make corrections to it.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2495 - &1 &2 &3 &4: Number assignment has failed ?

  The SAP error message J2495 indicates that there has been a failure in number assignment, which typically occurs when the system is unable to generate or assign a number for a specific document or object. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require unique identifiers.
  Causes of Error J2495
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause is that the number range for the specific document type has been exhausted or is not properly defined. This can happen if the number range is not set up correctly or if the upper limit has been reached.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or missing entries.
  
  
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type you are trying to create.
  Check the intervals to ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by adding a new interval or increasing the upper limit of the existing interval.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If there are configuration issues, review the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. This may involve looking at system logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.