How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION191 - Internal numbers requested, but no int. grouping exists for system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Internal numbers requested, but no int. grouping exists for system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION191 - Internal numbers requested, but no int. grouping exists for system &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION191 indicates that there is an issue with internal number assignment in the context of system replication, particularly in the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. The message states that internal numbers were requested, but there is no internal grouping defined for the specified system.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Internal Number Grouping: The system is trying to assign internal numbers, but the necessary configuration for internal number grouping is missing or not properly set up for the specified system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the number ranges or the replication settings in the SRM system.
  System Settings: The system settings for the number range management may not be correctly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object that corresponds to the internal numbers being requested.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there is an internal grouping set up for the system in question.
  
  
  
  Define Internal Grouping:
  
  If the internal grouping does not exist, you will need to create it.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant section for SRM and check the settings for internal number assignment.
  Define the internal grouping for the system if it is missing.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration for replication is correctly set up.
  Verify that all necessary settings for the SRM system and the backend system (like ERP) are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are moved to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO, SPRO, SCC4 (for client settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SRMSMC/REPLICATION191 error in your SAP system.