How To Fix CRM_FS_CHANGE168 - The document is active in sub-document processing

CRM_FS_CHANGE168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_CHANGE - Messages for Changes to Leases

• Message number: 168

• Message text: The document is active in sub-document processing

What causes this issue?

Document &V1& cannot be locked completely because it is currently active
in sub-document processing. Either the header structure (change process)
with the number &V2& is using this document as a predecessor document,
or you want to execute a change process in the same document.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Call up the function again when the document is no longer being
processed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE168 - The document is active in sub-document processing ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_CHANGE168, which states "The document is active in sub-document processing," typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when you attempt to change or delete a document that is currently being processed in a sub-document or is locked by another user or process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Document: The document you are trying to modify is currently active in a sub-document processing scenario. This means that there are ongoing operations or transactions that are using this document.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If another user or process has locked the document, you will not be able to make changes until it is released.
  Incomplete Processing: The document may be in a state of incomplete processing, meaning that it has not been fully saved or finalized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. Ensure that it is not currently being processed by another