How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR011 - No internal number assignment for object & number range allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No internal number assignment for object & number range allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR011 - No internal number assignment for object & number range allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR011 indicates that there is an issue with internal number assignment for a specific object in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly in Demand Planning (DP). This error typically arises when the system is unable to assign a number to an object due to configuration issues or number range settings.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the specific object type may not be defined or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not properly set up in the system or if the defined range has been completely used up.
  Object Type: The error may be related to a specific object type (e.g., a planning object, characteristic, etc.) that requires a unique identifier.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the number range.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the internal number assignment for the specified object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object related to the error message. Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it or create a new number range.
  
  
  
  Review Object Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the object type for which the error is occurring is correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the object type is active and properly linked to the number range.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for internal number assignment.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if there are any discrepancies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the internal number assignment works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SNUM - Number Range Management
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management and APO configuration for further insights.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.