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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard number assignment process.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object for purchase orders (usually EKKO for purchase orders).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding more numbers. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction or by using transaction code OAVN (Maintain Number Ranges).
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OMEC to check the settings for the document type used for purchase orders.
  Ensure that the document type is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create purchase orders. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes:
  
  If the issue started after a recent change, review the changes made to the system configuration or custom developments that might affect number assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OMEC: Maintain Document Types
  SU53: Authorization Check
  OAVN: Maintain Number Ranges
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and purchase order processing.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the W_MD019 error and implement a solution to resolve it.