How To Fix SO855 - Document could not be saved

SO855 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Document could not be saved

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO855 - Document could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message SO855 ("Document could not be saved") typically occurs when there is an issue with saving documents in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP ArchiveLink or document management. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Common Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save documents in the specified location.
  Document Storage Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the document storage system, such as ArchiveLink settings.
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may be full, or there may be issues with the storage medium (e.g., network drive issues).
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used may not be properly configured in the system.
  Technical Errors: There may be technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that prevent the document from being saved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has