How To Fix AH718 - Enter a document number you wish to delete

AH718 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Enter a document number you wish to delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH718 - Enter a document number you wish to delete ?

  The SAP error message AH718, which states "Enter a document number you wish to delete," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a document in the SAP system without specifying a valid document number. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when working with financial documents, material documents, or other transactional records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a document number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number entered may not exist in the system or may not be valid for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the document, leading to confusion about the document number.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that restrict the deletion of certain types of documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Document Number: Ensure that you enter a valid document number in the appropriate