How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT032 - Cannot find default change record type configured for external no. range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Cannot find default change record type configured for external no. range

What causes this issue?

The change record ID has been provided but the change record type is
missing. The system cannot find the default change record type
configured for an external number range.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Add the change record type configured for an external number range in
Customizing, or remove the change record ID and ensure that a change
record type configured for an internal number range exists in
Customizing.

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 MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT032 - Cannot find default change record type configured for external no. range ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT032 indicates that the system cannot find the default change record type configured for an external number range. This error typically occurs in the context of planning or engineering processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with change records or document management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The default change record type for the specified external number range has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The number range assigned to the change record type may not be correctly set up or may not exist.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the required configuration.
  System Customization: Customizations or modifications in the system may have led to the removal or alteration of the expected configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for change records in the relevant module (e.g., SAP PLM, SAP MM).
  Ensure that a default change record type is defined for the external number range you are trying to use.
  You can check this in transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant configuration path.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  If the number range does not exist, create a new number range for the change record type.
  Use transaction code SNRO to manage number ranges and ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the change record type.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the change record type and number range configuration.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SNRO, and others related to change management and number range configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT032.