How To Fix /PM0/ABU_MESSAGES019 - Only external number range is allowed in this column

/PM0/ABU_MESSAGES019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Only external number range is allowed in this column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_MESSAGES019 - Only external number range is allowed in this column ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_MESSAGES019: Only external number range is allowed in this column typically occurs when you are trying to enter a value in a field that is configured to accept only external number ranges, but the value you are trying to enter does not meet the criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The field in question is set up to use an external number range, which means that the system expects the number to be generated or entered from an external source rather than being internally generated by SAP.
  Incorrect Input: You may be trying to enter a number that is either not in the correct format or is not within the allowed range defined in the number range configuration.
  System Settings: The configuration settings for the number range might not be correctly set up, leading to this error when trying to save or process the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
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