How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI158 - Customizing does not allow external number allocation for change record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Customizing does not allow external number allocation for change record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI158 - Customizing does not allow external number allocation for change record ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI158 indicates that the system is configured in such a way that it does not allow external number allocation for change records. This typically occurs in the context of customizing settings related to number ranges for change documents or records.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the change record is set to internal allocation only, and the system is trying to allocate an external number.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the relevant application area (like Material Management, Sales and Distribution, etc.) do not permit external number assignment for the specific change record type.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify change records with external number allocation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the change record.
  Check if the number range is set to allow external number assignment. If it is not, you may need to adjust the settings to allow external number allocation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Go to the section related to the application area where the error occurred.
  Look for settings related to change document management or number range management.
  Ensure that the settings allow for external number allocation for the change record type in question.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify change records.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of number range settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide).
  Change Document Management: Understanding how change documents are managed in SAP can provide insights into how number ranges are utilized.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.