How To Fix E0164 - This IDoc cannot be edited

E0164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: This IDoc cannot be edited

What causes this issue?

This <DS:GlOS.IDoc>IDoc</> cannot be edited.
It is a saved original IDoc or an IDoc which has been posted
successfully in the application.

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?

You can only display and print this IDoc.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0164 - This IDoc cannot be edited ?

  The SAP error message E0164, which states "This IDoc cannot be edited," typically occurs when you attempt to modify an IDoc that is in a status that does not allow editing. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of E0164 Error
  
  
  IDoc Status: The IDoc may be in a status that prohibits editing. For example, if the IDoc has already been processed or is in a status like "Completed" or "Error," it cannot be modified.
  
  
  IDoc Type: Certain IDoc types may have restrictions on editing based on their configuration or the business process they are associated with.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the IDoc, even if the IDoc is in a status that allows editing.
  
  
  Technical Locks: The IDoc might be locked by another process or user, preventing any modifications.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05