MEREP_00012 - Run number cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEREP_00 - Basic Message

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Run number cannot be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEREP_00012 - Run number cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message MEREP_00012 ("Run number cannot be assigned") typically occurs in the context of the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or production planning processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign a run number for a particular operation or process, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The run number may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the relevant settings in the configuration for MRP or production planning are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the run numbers may not be defined or may have been exhausted. Each run number is typically assigned from a predefined range, and if that range is not set up correctly, the system cannot assign a new number.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign run numbers.
  
  
  System Errors: There may be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the assignment of a run number.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that affect the run number assignment, they may be causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for MRP and production planning in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  Number Range Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object related to run numbers (you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to identify the correct object).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that requires the run number assignment.
  
  
  System Check: If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the error message. There may be specific notes that address this issue or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, single-level planning), and MD03 (Single-item, multi-level planning) as they may be related to the context in which the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MEREP_00012 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on MRP and production planning processes to understand the context of run numbers better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.