How To Fix /SCMTMS/WBN013 - Cannot draw new number; document currently using number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/WBN -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Cannot draw new number; document currently using number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN013 - Cannot draw new number; document currently using number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN013 Cannot draw new number; document currently using number &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with number assignment for documents, such as transportation requests or shipments. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a new number for a document because the current document is still using the number that is being requested.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Conflict: The document is trying to use a number that is already assigned to another document, and the system is unable to allocate a new number.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prevents it from being processed further, leading to issues with number assignment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of number ranges in the system, such as missing or incorrectly defined number ranges for the relevant document types.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to create or modify documents simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts in number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document in question is not locked or in a status that prevents further processing. If necessary, change the status or unlock the document.
  Review Number Ranges: Go to the configuration settings for number ranges in SAP TM and verify that the number ranges are correctly defined and not exhausted. You can check this in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  SAP Transportation Management -> Basic Settings -> Number Ranges
  
  
  Release Locks: If the document is locked due to a previous transaction, you may need to release the lock. This can be done using transaction SM12 to check for and delete any locks related to the document.
  Check for Concurrent Processes: Ensure that no other processes are trying to create or modify the same document at the same time. If necessary, coordinate with other users to avoid conflicts.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SM12 for lock management, and SLG1 for log analysis.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management and transportation management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents in SAP TM, as insufficient permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/WBN013.