How To Fix 26085 - Document & locked by & (object link not possible now)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Document & locked by & (object link not possible now)

What causes this issue?

You want to link an SAP object (for example, material master) to
document &V1&.
User &V2& is currently processing document &V1&, so you cannot create
this link right now.

How to fix this error?

Please try again later. If the document is locked over a long period of
time, contact user &V2& to find out why.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26085 - Document & locked by & (object link not possible now) ?

  The SAP error message 26085, which states "Document & locked by & (object link not possible now)," typically occurs when you attempt to link a document (such as a purchase order, invoice, or other business document) that is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts when multiple users are accessing or modifying the same document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: The document you are trying to access is locked by another user or process. This can happen if the document is being edited or processed by someone else.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it may hold the lock for an extended period, preventing others from accessing the document.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs that are processing documents can also lock them temporarily.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to improper locking behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user or process to complete their work and release the lock. You can try again after some time.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock on the document. If necessary, you can ask the user to release the lock or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock entry (be cautious with this approach).
  Communicate with Users: If you identify the user holding the lock, communicate with them to understand if they can release the document.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the document. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Administration: If the issue persists, it may require intervention from your SAP Basis team to investigate potential system issues or to release locks that are not being cleared properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the document type you are working with.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more details on document locking and handling errors.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly handle documents and understand the implications of locking.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.