How To Fix R2000 - External numbers are not permitted

R2000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R2 - Business Partner Contact

• Message number: 000

• Message text: External numbers are not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R2000 - External numbers are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message "R2000 External numbers are not permitted" typically occurs when you are trying to use an external number range in a context where it is not allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating documents, invoices, or other transactions that require internal number assignment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The system is configured to use internal number ranges for certain document types, but an attempt is made to use an external number.
  Document Type Settings: The specific document type you are working with may be set to only allow internal numbers.
  User Settings: The user profile or transaction settings may not allow the use of external numbers for the operation being performed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is set up correctly and that the document type you are using