How To Fix RE018 - Enter a document number

RE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter a document number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE018 - Enter a document number ?

  The SAP error message RE018, which states "Enter a document number," typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a document number, but none has been provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a document, create a contract, or execute a transaction that necessitates a reference to a specific document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a document number in the required field.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may not be appropriate for the current context, leading to the system expecting a document number that is not relevant.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the document number field or entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Document Number: Ensure that you enter a valid document number in the required field. This could be a contract number,