How To Fix SO717 - If a document is "Done", it has already been reserved

SO717 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 717

• Message text: If a document is "Done", it has already been reserved

What causes this issue?

The combination of the attributes "In process" and "Done" is not
possible as the latter precludes the former. A document cannot be
simultaneously "In process" and "Done".

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select one of the attributes only.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO717 - If a document is "Done", it has already been reserved ?

  The SAP error message SO717, which states "If a document is 'Done', it has already been reserved," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing or document handling within the SAP system. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to reserve or process a document that has already been marked as "Done," meaning it has already been completed or finalized in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice) has already been processed and marked as "Done." This status prevents further modifications or reservations.
  Duplicate Action: There may be an attempt to perform an action (like reserving stock or processing a delivery) on a document that has already been completed.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or customizations in the SAP system may lead to this error if they do not align with the expected workflow.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question.