How To Fix WN805 - SYST: error determining next address number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 805

• Message text: SYST: error determining next address number

What causes this issue?

No internal address number could be determined.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN805 - SYST: error determining next address number ?

  The SAP error message WN805, which states "SYST: error determining next address number," typically occurs in the context of address management within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the address number range configuration or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause is that the number range for addresses is either not defined, exhausted, or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the system from retrieving the next available address number.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the configuration of the address management module can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to addresses (usually ADDR or similar).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it or create a new number range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check the database for any inconsistencies or issues. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for address management in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WN805 error in your SAP system.