How To Fix CRM_IC_AUI524 - Document is already open in the external editor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IC_AUI - Messages for Agent's Universal Inbox

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Document is already open in the external editor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IC_AUI524 - Document is already open in the external editor ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IC_AUI524 indicates that a document you are trying to open in the SAP CRM Interaction Center (IC) is already open in an external editor. This can happen when a user attempts to edit or view a document that is currently being accessed by another user or process.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The document is already opened by another user or process in an external application (like Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
  Session Issues: The document might not have been properly closed in a previous session, leading to it being locked.
  File Locking Mechanism: The external editor may have a file locking mechanism that prevents multiple users from editing the same document simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Open Instances: Verify if the document is already open in another instance of the external editor. If so, close it there before trying to access it again.
  Restart the External Application: If you suspect that the external application is not releasing the document properly, try restarting the application.
  Log Out and Log Back In: Sometimes, logging out of the SAP system and logging back in can help clear any session-related issues.
  Check for Background Processes: Ensure that there are no background processes or services that might be holding onto the document.
  File Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and edit the document.
  Contact IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your IT support team for further assistance, as they may need to check for any underlying issues with the document management system or the external editor.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific external editor you are using to understand its file locking behavior.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly close documents in external editors to avoid this issue in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and access the document as needed.