How To Fix MILL_CPP038 - External number assignment not supported for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_CPP - Messages for converting planned order into purchase order

• Message number: 038

• Message text: External number assignment not supported for document type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_CPP038 - External number assignment not supported for document type & ?

  The SAP error message MILL_CPP038 indicates that external number assignment is not supported for the specified document type. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to create or process documents in SAP that require a specific number assignment method.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is configured to not allow external number assignment. This means that the system expects the document numbers to be generated internally.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the document type may not be set up correctly, or it may not allow external number assignment.
  User Input: The user may be attempting to manually enter a document number when the system is configured to generate it automatically.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question. This can typically be found in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Finance).
  Ensure that the document type is set up to allow external number assignment if that is the desired behavior.
  
  
  
  Review Number Range Settings:
  
  Navigate to the number range settings for the document type. Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that it allows for external number assignment if needed.
  You can check this in the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and look for the specific object related to your document type.
  
  
  
  Use Internal Number Assignment:
  
  If external number assignment is not necessary, consider using the internal number assignment method. This means allowing the system to generate the document number automatically.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of number assignment settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (for number ranges) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific document type you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents of the specified type.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.