How To Fix GA726 - Use a correct document type

GA726 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 726

• Message text: Use a correct document type

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& has either not been defined or it cannot be used for
the specific function.
This could be because you are using a plan document type for the actual
allocation.

System Response

Without a document type it is impossible to assign a document number.
No document number has been assigned.

How to fix this error?

Inform the person in charge of customizing. The document types are
defined in table 889.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA726 - Use a correct document type ?

  The SAP error message GA726 "Use a correct document type" typically occurs when there is an issue with the document type being used in a transaction. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, sales orders, or other transactions that require a specific document type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type entered may not be valid for the transaction you are trying to perform. Each transaction in SAP has specific document types that are allowed.
  
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the configuration or the document type being deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Transaction Context: The document type may not be applicable in the context of the transaction being executed (e.g., trying to use a sales document type in a