How To Fix KE120 - Automatic number assignment not possible with record type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Automatic number assignment not possible with record type &

What causes this issue?

In operating concern &V2&, a line item is updated under record type &V1&
. However, record type &V1& is assigned to a number range group which
does not assign numbers automatically.

System Response

The posting cannot be made.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, assign the record type (element) &V1& to a group with
internal number ranges, or define an internal number range for the group
currently assigned.
<DS:TRAN.KEN2>Maintain number ranges for plan data</>
<DS:TRAN.KEN1>Maintain number ranges for actual data</>
Then start the transaction again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE120 - Automatic number assignment not possible with record type & ?

  The SAP error message KE120, which states "Automatic number assignment not possible with record type &," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when the system is unable to automatically assign a number to a record due to configuration issues or missing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Record Type Configuration: The record type that is being used may not be properly configured for automatic number assignment. This can happen if the record type is not set up in the number range configuration.
  Number Range Assignment: The number range for the specific record type may not be defined or may be exhausted.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the necessary configuration settings.
  Missing Customizing Settings: The necessary customizing settings for the controlling area or the specific record type may not be completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the record type in question.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Configure Record Type:
  
  Use transaction code OKB9 to check the configuration of the record type.
  Ensure that the record type is set up for automatic number assignment and is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings for the controlling area and ensure that all necessary configurations are completed.
  Make sure that the record type is correctly assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the number range settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message KE120.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OKB9: Maintain Number Ranges for CO
  OKKP: Maintain Controlling Area
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KE120 error message in SAP.