How To Fix EDOCUMENT005 - Source document comp.code &1/ source type &2/ source key &3 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Source document comp.code &1/ source type &2/ source key &3 is locked

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

Procedure for System Administrators

can access the document in question.
Once the previous process is completed and the document is unlocked, you

How to fix this error?

The document cannot be accessed.

System Response

The document is currently being locked by another process.

What causes this issue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT005 - Source document comp.code &1/ source type &2/ source key &3 is locked ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT005 indicates that a source document is locked, which prevents further processing or modifications. This error typically arises in the context of electronic document processing, such as e-invoicing or document management systems within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The source document (identified by the company code, source type, and source key) is currently locked by another user or process.
  The document may be in a state of processing, such as being edited, approved, or in a workflow.
  There may be a system or application-level lock due to a transaction that has not been completed or has encountered an error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EDOCUMENT005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document in question. If it is being processed by another user or transaction, you may need to wait until that process is completed.
  
  
  
  Identify Locking User/Process:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can search for locks using the relevant company code, source type, and source key.
  If you find a lock, identify the user or process that is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the lock is no longer needed (e.g., the user has logged off or the process has failed), you can manually delete the lock entry in transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check transaction SM37 to see if there are any background jobs related to the document that are still running.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow:
  
  If the document is part of a workflow, check the workflow status and ensure that it is not stuck. You may need to intervene in the workflow to release the document.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues:
  
  If you are unsure about releasing a lock, consult with your colleagues or system administrators to ensure that it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In rare cases, a system restart may be necessary if the locking issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above methods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SWI1: To check workflow instances.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for electronic document processing and locking mechanisms for more detailed information.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the EDOCUMENT005 error.