How To Fix SQADB121 - The number &1 is not intended for external number assignment


SQADB121 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

  • Message number: 121

  • Message text: The number &1 is not intended for external number assignment

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  • What causes this issue?

    You want to create an object with the number &V1& which is in an
    external number assignment interval.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose a number which does not begin with &V2&.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB121 - The number &1 is not intended for external number assignment ?
    The SAP error message SQADB121, which states "The number &1 is not intended for external number assignment," typically occurs when there is an issue with number ranges in the SAP system. This error indicates that the number you are trying to use is not configured for external assignment, meaning it cannot be manually assigned or used externally.
    
    Cause: Number Range Configuration: The number range you are trying to use is set up for internal assignment only. In SAP, number ranges can be configured to allow either internal or external assignment. Incorrect Number Range: The number you are trying to assign may not belong to the correct number range or may not be valid for the operation you are performing. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain number ranges.
    Solution: Check Number Range Configuration: Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects). Find the relevant number range object associated with the error. Check

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