This is a common error and occurs if your Office app is not activated, if you have multiple instances of Office installed or if the file is being edited by someone else as reported by the users in the Microsoft community. If you are also troubled this error, here are a couple of troubleshooting tips to fix This Modification is Not Allowed Because the Selection is Locked error in Windows.
How can I fix This modification is not allowed error in MS Office?
1. Check Office activation
What to do if Microsoft Office Activation Wizard won’t work
2. Check for multiple instances of Office
If the issue persists, check if another user is editing the file you are trying to edit. Try making a copy of the file and make necessary edits.
3. Change file attributes
4. Remove file restriction
5. Remove grouping
Conclusion That’s it. Follow all the steps in this article to fix this modification not allowed because selection locked error in Microsoft Office. Do let us know which fixed worked for you in the comments. RELATED STORIES YOU MAY LIKE:
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