How To Fix 3E035 - Could not unlock employee &, reason &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Could not unlock employee &, reason &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E035 - Could not unlock employee &, reason & ?

  The SAP error message 3E035 indicates that the system could not unlock an employee record due to a specific reason. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Personnel Administration modules when trying to unlock an employee's data for editing or processing.
  Cause:
  The error message usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Employee Record is Locked: The employee record is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if another user is editing the record or if a previous session did not close properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to unlock the employee record may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the SAP system, such as a database lock or a session timeout.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the employee record. If you find that the record is locked by another user, you may need to wait until they finish or contact them to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Record:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually unlock the record in transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt another user's work.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to unlock employee records. You may need to consult with your SAP security team or administrator to verify your access rights.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical problems in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Retry the Action:
  
  After addressing the lock or authorization issues, try to unlock the employee record again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SM12 (Display and Delete Lock Entries), and SU53 (Display Authorization Check) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address your situation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to Personnel Administration for more context on employee record management.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.