How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_REP233 - Error when assigning external number for Tax Invoice (int. num. &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_REP -

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Error when assigning external number for Tax Invoice (int. num. &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP233 - Error when assigning external number for Tax Invoice (int. num. &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP233 typically occurs when there is an issue with the assignment of an external number for a tax invoice. This error is often related to the configuration of number ranges or the assignment of external document numbers in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Issues: The external number range for tax invoices may not be properly defined or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not set up correctly in the configuration or if the defined range has been fully utilized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign or use the external number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the tax invoice settings or in the document type settings that prevent the assignment of the external number.
  Document Type Settings: The document type for the tax invoice may not be correctly configured to allow external number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object related to tax invoices.
  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 Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the settings for the document type used for tax invoices.
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow external number assignment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or assign external numbers. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Documentation:
  
  Review the configuration documentation for tax invoices in your SAP system to ensure that all settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Create a new tax invoice and check if the external number can be assigned without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  OBA7 - Document Type Configuration
  FB60 or FB70 - For creating invoices
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.