How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BO005 - Error in number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BO -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error in number assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO005 - Error in number assignment ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO005 Error in number assignment typically occurs in the context of number range management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a number from a defined number range, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the object may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been assigned.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or activated for the specific object or document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of the number range intervals.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object related to the error.
  Ensure that the number range is not exhausted. If it is, you may need to extend the number range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can create a new interval or extend the existing one. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Make sure to activate the new or modified number range.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant document type or object. This can be checked in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path and verify that the number range is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to use the number range. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Range Object: Each number range is associated with a specific object in SAP, and it is essential to ensure that the object is correctly configured.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SNRO for number range management and SPRO for configuration settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.