How To Fix 26039 - Status & not defined for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Status & not defined for document type &

What causes this issue?

You want to change the status of the document.
Via the settings in Customizing (Document management -> Control data ->
Document status), a status network is defined for document type &V2&.
Status &V1& is not defined in this status network.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry in the <ZH>Status</> field.
If you still want to set this status, contact your system manager. The
status network for document type &V2& may need to be checked.
To choose a status which is already allowed for the current processing
status of the document with document type &V2&, display the possible
entries and select the status you require.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26039 - Status & not defined for document type & ?

  The SAP error message "26039 Status & not defined for document type &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the status of a document in the system that is not recognized for the specified document type. This error can occur in various SAP modules, such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting), SAP MM (Materials Management), or SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), depending on the context in which it arises.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Status: The document may have a status that is not defined in the system for the specified document type. This can happen if the document has been incorrectly processed or if there are configuration issues.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the status not being recognized.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not handle certain statuses correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not recognizing the status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. Ensure that it is valid and corresponds to the expected statuses for that document type.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the document type in the relevant SAP module. Ensure that all statuses are correctly defined and that the document type is set up properly.
  
  For example, in SAP FI, you can check the configuration in the transaction code SPRO under Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid statuses for the specific document type.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you may need to debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may use different transaction codes to check document statuses or configurations (e.g., FB03 for displaying financial documents, ME23N for displaying purchase orders).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.