How To Fix 26255 - Document is processed by user &. Edit possible only after a status change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Document is processed by user &. Edit possible only after a status change

What causes this issue?

You are trying to open a document that is locked

System Response

Another user has set the status type <LS>O</> for the document you want
to open.
The status type <LS>O</> reserves one or more originals of this
document for processing. This causes the document info record to be
locked from other users.

How to fix this error?

If the status network allows it, you can set a new status. Check first
to ensure that the other user has finished processing the document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26255 - Document is processed by user &. Edit possible only after a status change ?

  The SAP error message 26255, which states "Document is processed by user &. Edit possible only after a status change," typically occurs when a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or any other transactional document) is currently being processed or locked by another user. This means that the document is in a state that does not allow for editing until the other user has completed their actions or the document's status has changed.
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: The document is locked by another user who is currently editing or processing it.
  Status Restrictions: The document may be in a status that restricts editing (e.g., it may be in a status like "In Process" or "Completed").
  User Session: The user may have an open session that is holding a lock on the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Lock: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can search for the document number and see if it is locked by another user.
  If you find that the document is locked, you can contact the user who has it locked to ask them to release it or to complete their processing.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the document is being processed by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Change Document Status: If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to change the status of the document to allow for editing. This could involve changing it to a status that permits editing.
  
  
  Session Management: If you suspect that your own session is causing the lock, try logging out and logging back in, or clearing your session.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the user or resolve the lock, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks), SM21 (to check system logs), and SU01 (to manage user accounts).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to edit the document and change its status.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document processing and locking mechanisms for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your work in SAP.