How To Fix F5A155 - Selected document cannot be edited

F5A155 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Selected document cannot be edited

What causes this issue?

Using the Enjoy transactions, you can only edit documents that were
entered using the Enjoy transactions.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A155 - Selected document cannot be edited ?

  The SAP error message F5A155, which states "Selected document cannot be edited," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a document that is in a status that does not allow editing. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), and is often related to documents like invoices, purchase orders, or other financial documents.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prohibits editing, such as "posted," "completed," or "archived."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the document.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on editing after a certain point in the workflow.
  Locking Mechanisms: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes.
  Posting Period: The document may belong to a closed posting period, which restricts any modifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is posted or completed,