How To Fix SO128 - This folder may not be changed

SO128 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 128

• Message text: This folder may not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO128 - This folder may not be changed ?

  The SAP error message SO128, which states "This folder may not be changed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify a folder in the SAP ArchiveLink or SAP Document Management System (DMS) that is not allowed due to system restrictions or settings.
  Causes:
  
  Folder Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the folder. This can happen if the folder is set to read-only or if the user lacks the required authorizations.
  Folder Type: The folder may be a special type of folder (e.g., a system folder) that is not intended to be modified.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to certain folders, especially if they are part of a predefined structure.
  Document Status: If the documents within the folder are in a certain status (e.g., archived, locked), it may prevent changes to the folder itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to modify