How To Fix Q0103 - This number can only be assigned internally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q0 - QM: Generally valid messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: This number can only be assigned internally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q0103 - This number can only be assigned internally ?

  The SAP error message Q0103, which states "This number can only be assigned internally," typically occurs in the context of quality management (QM) when you are trying to create or assign a quality notification or inspection lot using a number that is meant to be generated internally by the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to manually enter a number for a quality notification or inspection lot that is configured to be generated automatically by the system.
  The number range for the quality notifications or inspection lots is set to "internal," meaning that users cannot manually assign numbers within that range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Use Automatic Number Assignment:
  
  Instead of trying to enter a number manually, allow the system to generate the number automatically. This is the standard procedure for internal number ranges.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  If you believe that you should be able to use a specific number, check the configuration of the number range for quality notifications or inspection lots.
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and look for the relevant number range object (e.g., QM_NOTIFICATION for quality notifications).
  Ensure that the number range is set to "internal" if you want the system to generate numbers automatically.
  
  
  
  Change Number Range Settings (if applicable):
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate for your business process, you can change the number range settings to allow for external number assignment. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires consultation with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to create quality notifications or inspection lots. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  QM01 for creating quality notifications.
  QA01 for creating inspection lots.
  SNRO for managing number ranges.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Quality Management Module: 
  
  Familiarize yourself with the QM module in SAP, as understanding its processes and configurations can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the Q0103 error and continue with your quality management processes in SAP.