How To Fix SLS_LORD304 - Sales document &1 is only loaded in display mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Sales document &1 is only loaded in display mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD304 - Sales document &1 is only loaded in display mode ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD304 indicates that a sales document (like a sales order) is only loaded in display mode, meaning that you cannot make any changes to it. This can happen for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The sales document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it has been completed, billed, or is in a locked state).
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the document. This could be due to role restrictions or authorization issues.
  Document Type Configuration: The configuration of the sales document type may restrict editing under certain conditions.
  Transaction Mode: The document might have been opened in a mode that only allows display (e.g., if it was accessed through a report or a specific transaction that defaults to display mode).
  Locking Mechanism: Another user or process may have locked the document for editing, causing it to be opened in display mode for others.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the sales document. If it is completed or billed, you may need to create a new document or make adjustments through a different process (like a credit memo).
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to edit the sales document. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  Change Document Type Settings: If you have access to configuration settings, check the sales document type settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) to see if there are restrictions on editing.
  Open in Edit Mode: If the document was opened in display mode by mistake, try to access it again through the appropriate transaction code that allows editing (e.g., VA02 for changing sales orders).
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the document is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order).
  Authorization Objects: Review the authorization objects related to sales documents, such as V_VBAK_VKO (Sales Document: Authorization for Sales Area) and V_VBAK_AAT (Sales Document: Authorization for Document Type).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.