How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD057 - Numbering scheme content source is not of type 'Local'; No change allowed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Numbering scheme content source is not of type 'Local'; No change allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD057 - Numbering scheme content source is not of type 'Local'; No change allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD057 indicates that there is an issue with the numbering scheme content source in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the content source is not of type 'Local', which means that changes to the numbering scheme are not allowed in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Content Source Type: The numbering scheme is likely set to a content source type that does not allow modifications. In SAP, numbering schemes can be defined as 'Local' or 'Global', and only 'Local' types can be modified.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the numbering scheme may not be correctly set up, leading to this restriction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the numbering scheme.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Content Source Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Verify the content source type of the numbering scheme. If it is not set to 'Local', you will need to either change it to 'Local' or create a new numbering scheme with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Modify Configuration:
  
  If you need to change the numbering scheme, ensure that you are working with a 'Local' content source. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to make these changes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the necessary authorizations. Check the user roles and permissions related to the numbering scheme configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on numbering schemes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to numbering schemes, such as SPRO for configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully modify the numbering scheme as needed.