How To Fix SOLAR_DOC272 - Document cannot be edited. Document attributes are displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOLAR_DOC - Error Messages for Solution Architect Document Management

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Document cannot be edited. Document attributes are displayed

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The customer number of the current project or solution does not match
the customer number of the document you want to edit.

How to fix this error?

You cannot edit the document.

Procedure for System Administrators

The document attributes are displayed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOLAR_DOC272 - Document cannot be edited. Document attributes are displayed ?

  The SAP error message SOLAR_DOC272 indicates that a document cannot be edited because its attributes are currently being displayed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Solution Manager or when working with documentation in the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Locking: The document may be locked for editing by another user or process.
  Display Mode: The document is opened in a mode that only allows viewing (display mode) rather than editing.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow editing (e.g., it could be marked as "approved" or "finalized").
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Lock:
  
  Ensure that no other user is currently editing the document. If another user has it open, you may need to wait until they finish.
  
  
  
  Switch to Edit Mode:
  
  If you are in display mode, look for an option to switch to edit mode. This is usually available in the toolbar or menu.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to edit the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator to request the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Review the status of the document. If it is in a non-editable state, you may need to change its status or create a new version of the document.
  
  
  
  Log Out and Log Back In:
  
  Sometimes, simply logging out of the SAP system and logging back in can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific module you are working with, as it may contain information on document management and editing capabilities.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.