How To Fix WS839 - Document &1 can be reopened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 839

• Message text: Document &1 can be reopened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS839 - Document &1 can be reopened ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WS839 - Document &1 can be reopened:
  
  SAP Error Message: WS839 - Document &1 can be reopened
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  The message "Document &1 can be reopened" typically appears in SAP Workflow or Document Management scenarios where a document or a workflow item is currently in a status that allows it to be reopened. This message is informational and indicates that the document is not locked or finalized and can be reopened for further processing or editing.
  In some contexts, this message may appear when you attempt to perform an action on a document that is already in a state where reopening is possible, or when the system checks the status of a document before allowing certain operations.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When trying to reopen a document that is already in a status allowing reopening.
  During workflow processing, if a document is checked for its status.
  In document management or transaction processing where document status controls the allowed actions.
  
  
  Solution / How to handle:
  
  If you intended to reopen the document: No action is needed; the message confirms that reopening is possible.
  If you did not intend to reopen or want to prevent reopening: Check the document status and workflow settings to ensure that documents are locked or finalized as per business rules.
  If the message appears unexpectedly: Verify the document status in the relevant transaction (e.g., display document status in workflow or document management system).
  Check authorizations: Ensure that the user has the correct authorization to reopen or edit the document.
  Review workflow or document status configuration: Adjust settings if reopening should be restricted.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction codes: Depending on the module, this could relate to workflow transactions (e.g., SWI1, SWDD), document management (CV01N, CV02N), or specific application transactions.
  Status management: SAP uses status profiles to control document lifecycle. Understanding the status profile and allowed status changes is key.
  Workflow: In SAP Workflow, the message might be part of a status check step or a user decision step.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to message WS839.
  Customizing: Document status profiles and workflow definitions can be customized in IMG under the relevant module.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Message WS839 is informational, indicating that the document can be reopened.
  It usually does not indicate an error but a status condition.
  Verify document status and workflow settings if the message is unexpected.
  Adjust authorizations or status profiles if reopening should be controlled.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or module context where you encounter this message, I can give more precise guidance.