How To Fix SD123 - The document may not be changed

SD123 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 123

• Message text: The document may not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD123 - The document may not be changed ?

  The SAP error message SD123, which states "The document may not be changed," typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when a user attempts to modify a sales document (like a sales order, delivery, or billing document) that is in a status that does not allow changes. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as being fully processed, completed, or already billed.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have settings that restrict changes after a certain point in the process.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document.
  Locked Documents: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing modifications.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may impose additional restrictions on document changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document to determine if it is in a