How To Fix /SAPF15/F15136 - F15 document &1/&2/&3 cannot be changed. (F15 status)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPF15/F15 -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: F15 document &1/&2/&3 cannot be changed. (F15 status)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPF15/F15136 - F15 document &1/&2/&3 cannot be changed. (F15 status) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPF15/F15136 indicates that a specific F15 document (which is typically related to financial documents in SAP) cannot be changed due to its current status. The error message format suggests that the document identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3 is in a status that does not allow modifications.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the document is in a status that prohibits changes. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  The document has already been posted or finalized.
  The document is in a status that is meant for review or approval, and changes are not allowed at this stage.
  The document may be locked by another user or process.
  The document may have been archived or is in a closed period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. You can do this by navigating to the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FBL1N, FBL3N, etc.) and checking its current status.
  
  
  Unlock Document: If the document is locked, determine who has it locked and request them to unlock it if appropriate.
  
  
  Change Document Status: If the document is in a status that allows for changes (e.g., draft or in-process), you may need to change its status to allow modifications. This may require specific authorizations.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the document's status or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into the document's status and any necessary actions.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this is a recurring issue, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for document statuses in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  Check for Period Closing: If the document is in a closed financial period, you may need to open the period or create a new document to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and others that may help you navigate and manage financial documents.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.