How To Fix M8259 - Please enter new document number: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Please enter new document number: &

What causes this issue?

The document number which you have entered has been changed. You can
only access the required document by entering the new document number.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter the new document number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8259 - Please enter new document number: & ?

  The SAP error message M8259, which states "Please enter new document number: &", typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document processing. This error indicates that the system is expecting a new document number to be entered, but it has not been provided or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The user did not enter a document number when prompted.
  Invalid Document Number: The document number entered does not conform to the expected format or is not recognized by the system.
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the document type may not be properly configured or may have been exhausted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or process the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Document Number: Ensure that you are entering a valid document number when prompted. If you are unsure of the format, consult your SAP documentation or system administrator.
  Check Number Ranges: Verify that the number range for the document type is correctly configured and has available numbers. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Checking the relevant number range object for the document type you are working with.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the document. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C for material document postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM - Material Management) for additional context on document processing.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.