How To Fix M3319 - Internal number assignment is not possible for the material type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Internal number assignment is not possible for the material type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3319 - Internal number assignment is not possible for the material type & ?

  The SAP error message M3319, which states "Internal number assignment is not possible for the material type &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of material types in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign a new internal number to a material because of certain restrictions or settings related to the material type.
  Causes:
  
  Material Type Configuration: The material type may not be configured to allow internal number assignment. This can happen if the material type is set to use external number assignment instead.
  Number Range Issues: The number range assigned to the material type may be exhausted or not properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create materials of that type.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that restrict the creation of materials for that specific type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for material types in the SAP system (Transaction code: OMT0).
  Verify that the material type is set up for internal number assignment. If it is set for external number assignment, you may need to change it or create a new material type that allows internal assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Number Ranges:
  
  Check the number range intervals assigned to the material type (Transaction code: OMRN).
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range. If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create materials of the specified type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate any underlying system settings or configurations that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMT0: Material Type Configuration
  OMRN: Number Range Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material master data and number range management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the M3319 error in your SAP system.