How To Fix L9106 - Check whether number range & & is being used for external assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Check whether number range & & is being used for external assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9106 - Check whether number range & & is being used for external assignment ?

  The SAP error message L9106 indicates that there is an issue with the number range assignment for a specific object, typically related to logistics or inventory management. This error usually occurs when the system is trying to assign a number from a number range that is either not defined, not active, or is being used incorrectly for external assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object (like material documents, delivery documents, etc.) has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Active: The number range exists but is not currently active or has been set to inactive.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range is configured incorrectly for external assignments, meaning it may not be set up to allow external number assignment.
  Conflict with Internal Assignment: The system may be trying to use an internal number range for an external assignment, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error (e.g., for material documents, it might be MATERIAL).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range is inactive, you can activate it by selecting the number range and changing its status to active.
  
  
  
  Review External Assignment Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for external number assignment in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for number range management and ensure that the settings allow for external assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for the specific module you are working with to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Try to create or process the document that was causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: Customizing (Implementation Guide)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number range management for your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges and configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.