How To Fix F5726 - Inconsistent temporary document number assignment

F5726 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 726

• Message text: Inconsistent temporary document number assignment

What causes this issue?

Temporary document number '&v2&' has been assigned to items in company
code '&v1&'. However, the same temporary number ('&v2&') is also used
for periods '&v3&' and '&v4&'.

System Response

Items with the same values for company code, fiscal year, period,
document type and other accounting header data must have the same
temporary number in the accounting interface.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

This is a system error in the calling application.
If the document number assignment is internal, the temporary document
number can be copied with its initial value.
If the document number assignment is external, you must follow the
rules laid down for the accounting component.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5726 - Inconsistent temporary document number assignment ?

  The SAP error message F5726, which states "Inconsistent temporary document number assignment," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the temporary document number assignment during the posting of financial documents, such as invoices or journal entries.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The temporary document number range may not be properly defined or may have gaps.
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple users or processes trying to post documents simultaneously can lead to conflicts in document number assignment.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that manipulate document number assignments, they may introduce inconsistencies.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration in the financial document processing settings can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range settings for the