How To Fix 26044 - Version assignment not supported for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Version assignment not supported for document type &

What causes this issue?

You want to create a documen of document type &V1& and have made an
entry in the <ZH>Version</> field.
Settings in Customizing (Document management), define whether version
assignment is supported for each document type.
Version assignment is not supported for documents of document type
&V1&.

How to fix this error?

Remove your entry in the <ZH>Version</> field by entering "!" at the
beginning of the field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26044 - Version assignment not supported for document type & ?

  The SAP error message 26044, which states "Version assignment not supported for document type &," typically occurs in the context of document management or version control within SAP. This error indicates that the system does not support version assignment for the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured to support versioning. In SAP, different document types can have different settings, and some may not allow for version control.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters for versioning may not be correctly configured for the document type in question.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform version assignments for that document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (transaction code OAC2 or similar).
  Verify if the document type in question is set up to allow versioning. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or create a new document type that supports versioning.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  Check the system parameters related to versioning. This can often be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the versioning feature is enabled for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to versioning. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on versioning and document types. This can provide insights into any limitations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your SAP version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC2 (for document type configuration) and SPRO (for customizing settings).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 26044 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing this error with additional context or solutions.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in SAP, including the implications of enabling or disabling versioning for different document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.