How To Fix KM724 - Specify document number for document type with external number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 724

• Message text: Specify document number for document type with external number assignment

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to update data in company code &V2& for fiscal year
&V3&, document type &V1&. Document type &V1& has been assigned a number
range with external document number assignment in company code &V2&,
fiscal year &V3&.
As no valid document number has been specified, the data cannot be
updated.

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?

Enter a valid document number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM724 - Specify document number for document type with external number assignment ?

  The SAP error message KM724 ("Specify document number for document type with external number assignment") typically occurs when you are trying to create or post a document in SAP that requires an external document number, but you have not provided one. This is common in scenarios where the document type is configured to use external number assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using is set to require an external number assignment, meaning that you must manually enter a document number instead of having the system generate one automatically.
  Missing Document Number: You have not entered a document number in the relevant field when trying to create or post the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Document Number:
  
  When you are prompted to create or post the document, ensure that you enter a valid document number in the designated field. This number should comply with any formatting or numbering conventions that your organization has established.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  If you believe that the document type should allow for automatic number assignment, you may need to check the configuration settings for that document type in the SAP system. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings for the document type in question.
  Ensure that the document type is set up correctly for either external or internal number assignment as per your business requirements.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the document type settings or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who has experience with SAP configuration. They can provide guidance on the correct settings and procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (for financial documents), MIRO (for invoice verification), or others depending on the type of document you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on document types and number assignment.
  User Exits or BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented that affects how document numbers are assigned. If you suspect this might be the case, check for any user exits or BAdIs that could be influencing the behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM724 error and successfully create or post your document in SAP.