How To Fix F5304 - Document is &; enter another document number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Document is &; enter another document number

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5304 - Document is &; enter another document number ?

  The SAP error message F5304 ("Document is &; enter another document number") typically occurs when you are trying to process a financial document (like a journal entry or invoice) and the document number you are entering is either invalid, already exists, or does not conform to the expected format or range defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Document Number Already Exists: The document number you are trying to enter may already be in use for another document.
  Invalid Document Number: The document number may not conform to the expected format or length defined in the system.
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the document type you are trying to use may be exhausted or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify documents with the specified number.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent the use of certain