# Fishbowl: Sales Order blocked by linked Manufacture Order

> Sales Order edits are blocked when linked to a Manufacture Order that's not in unissued status.

## What it means
Your Sales Order is linked to a Manufacture Order, which prevents you from editing it. The error message tells you exactly how to unblock: either unissue the linked Manufacture Order or remove its link entirely.

## What to check
- Locate the Manufacture Order linked to your Sales Order. It's usually referenced in the order's details or linked records.
- Check the Manufacture Order's current status. Typically, "issued" status is what triggers this block on edits.
- Based on your workflow, decide whether to unissue the Manufacture Order (to allow edits) or unlink it (if production is no longer needed).

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