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Microsoft Excel files locked for editing on Windows

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Applies to

  • ONTAP 9
  • Data ONTAP operating in 7-mode
  • Windows
  • Oplocks are set to off

Issue

  • When attempting to open saved Excel files, the following conditions are met:
    • The error 'Locked for editing' error is displayed
    • Files open only in the 'Read Only' mode
    • The issue is persistent after the CIFS sessions are expired

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