How To Fix IDGT_LC129 - Document status is not new and cannot be merged

IDGT_LC129 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDGT_LC -

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Document status is not new and cannot be merged

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IDGT_LC129 - Details

• The SAP error message IDGT_LC129, which states "Document status is not new and cannot be merged," typically occurs in the context of document management or workflow processes within SAP. This error indicates that the document you are trying to merge is not in a status that allows for merging operations. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document you are attempting to merge is not in the "new" status. It may be in a status such as "in process," "completed," or "archived," which do not permit merging.
  Workflow State: The document may be part of a workflow that has already progressed beyond the point where merging is allowed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on merging based on their configuration in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the current status of the document. If it is not "new," you may need to revert it