Last Updated: March 2, 2026
ISSUE
After upgrading to version 2512 (build 16.0.19530) or later, users may find that heading numbering disappears when a Style Separator is used.
STATUS: FIXED
This issue has been fixed by a service change.Â
For users still seeing the issue, please close all open Office apps and re-open Word to ensure the change has been picked up.
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