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

26039 - Overview

• 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