How To Fix W_MD019 - Number for the next purchase order item could not be determined

W_MD019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_MD - Message Class for Merchandise Distribution

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Number for the next purchase order item could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a number for the next purchase order item
that is to be generated.
This is linked to an excessive amount of available item numbers for the
purchasing document.

System Response

This is an information message. The system is trying to continue with
processing.

How to fix this error?

Check if you could transmit the relevant item intervals for the order
type in Customizing.
If this is not possible, try to run the function in such a way that
fewer items are generated.
Additional information about the termination point:
Order type: &V1&
Last item number: &V2&
Item interval: &V3&
Sub-item interval: &V4&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_MD019 - Number for the next purchase order item could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message W_MD019 indicates that the system is unable to determine the next number for a purchase order item. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for purchase orders may not be properly configured or may have been exhausted. Each document type in SAP has a defined number range, and if the range is full, the system cannot assign a new number.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type for the purchase order may not be correctly set up or may not have an assigned number range.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a purchase order, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  System Configuration Changes: Recent changes in system configuration or updates may have affected the number range settings.
  
  
  Custom Development: