How To Fix SO591 - Object folder <&> cannot be deleted or moved

SO591 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Object folder <&> cannot be deleted or moved

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete or move an object folder.

System Response

This action was rejected by the system because the object folder is
located in another object folder which has already been sent and marked
as "Not modifiable".

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO591 - Object folder <&> cannot be deleted or moved ?

  The SAP error message SO591 indicates that an object folder cannot be deleted or moved. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP ArchiveLink or when dealing with document management systems within SAP. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Folder in Use: The folder you are trying to delete or move may be in use by another user or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or move the folder.
  Folder Structure: The folder may contain documents or subfolders that need to be handled before the folder itself can be deleted or moved.
  System Lock: The folder may be locked due to a system process or transaction that is currently active.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the document management system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Ensure that no other users or processes are currently using the