I had the same experience
@bobnaldo - I kept getting different messages. One moment Tesla advised they had everything they needed from the Lease company and the next time I spoke to them they said they were waiting on approval to purchase from the lease company. Back to the lease company who check and say they think they have given Tesla everything they need.... back to Tesla who say they might but it takes time to update in their system etc etc etc. This went on for a while. All I will suggest is to keep checking in on both Tesla and your Lease company. The PO will be first, then Tesla will provide RN and then you have to wait for Tesla to match your RN to a VIN. All this can take time and you have to stay on booth Tesla and the lease companies cases and keep double/triple checking what they tell you. It’s painful and frustrating but it’ll be worth it.