How To Fix WB2_ASGT053 - Document types or document numbers are invalid. Method &1 of class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2_ASGT - Shadow items ans assignments

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Document types or document numbers are invalid. Method &1 of class &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2_ASGT053 - Document types or document numbers are invalid. Method &1 of class &2 ?

  The SAP error message WB2_ASGT053 indicates that there is an issue with the document types or document numbers being used in a specific method of a class. This error typically arises in the context of document management or financial transactions within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type being referenced may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Invalid Document Number: The document number provided may not correspond to any existing document in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document types or number ranges that are not set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document types or numbers.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the document type or number being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., OBA7 for document types).
  Check Document Number: Ensure that the document number you are trying to use is correct and corresponds to an existing document. You can search for the document using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document).
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for document types and number ranges to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document types and numbers. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the input for any typographical errors and ensure that the correct document type and number are being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), OBA7 (Document Types), and OBA8 (Number Ranges).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the method mentioned in the error message to understand why the validation is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document management and the specific module you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.