How To Fix 26089 - Values from 1 to 5 and blank allowed for type of number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Values from 1 to 5 and blank allowed for type of number assignment

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a value for the type of number assignment for
documents of a certain document type.
The system requires this entry in order to number documents of a
document type according to specific requirements (for example, internal
or external number assignment).
The values from 1 to 4 and blank are keys representing types of number
assignment. Your entry is not defined.

How to fix this error?

To display the possible entries for numbering and what they mean, see
the online documentation for field <ZH>NumAssig</>.
Choose a value for the type of number assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26089 - Values from 1 to 5 and blank allowed for type of number assignment ?

  The SAP error message 26089 indicates that there is an issue with the values being entered for a specific field related to the "type of number assignment." This error typically arises when the system expects a value between 1 and 5, or a blank entry, but receives an invalid value instead.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The value entered in the field does not fall within the allowed range (1 to 5 or blank).
  The field is incorrectly populated with a value that is not recognized by the system.
  There may be a configuration issue in the number assignment settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering in the field is either 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or left blank. Any other value will trigger the error.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are working with a custom configuration or a specific module, check the settings related to number assignment. Ensure that the allowed values are correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with. This can provide insights into the expected values and their meanings.
  
  
  Test with Different Values: If you are unsure about the correct value, try entering different values within the allowed range to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Sometimes, user roles and authorizations can affect the ability to enter certain values. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., creating or modifying master data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.