How To Fix SRM_ECM_MSG191 - Document &1 is not locked and therefore cannot be updated

SRM_ECM_MSG191 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_ECM_MSG - Message Class for ECM

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Document &1 is not locked and therefore cannot be updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG191 - Document &1 is not locked and therefore cannot be updated ?

  The SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG191 indicates that a document (identified by &1) is not locked, which means that it cannot be updated. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when trying to modify a document that is expected to be locked for editing.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Locking Mechanism: In SAP, documents are often locked to prevent concurrent modifications by multiple users. If a document is not locked, it may indicate that:
  
  The document was never locked.
  The lock was released before the update attempt.
  The user does not have the necessary permissions to lock the document.
  The document is in a status that does not allow it to be locked.
  
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the locking mechanism from functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for updates. If the document