How To Fix 3F502 - The salary structure is currently locked

3F502 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 502

• Message text: The salary structure is currently locked

What causes this issue?

Another user is currently editing the salary structure.

System Response

Maintenance is currently not possible.

How to fix this error?

Try to make your changes later.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F502 - The salary structure is currently locked ?

  The SAP error message 3F502 ("The salary structure is currently locked") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when attempting to make changes to the salary structure in the SAP system. This error indicates that the salary structure you are trying to access or modify is currently locked, preventing any changes or processing.
  Causes:
  
  Ongoing Payroll Processing: The salary structure may be locked because payroll processing is currently ongoing for a specific period.
  Configuration Changes: If there are configuration changes being made to the salary structure, it may be locked to prevent inconsistencies.
  User Lock: Another user may have locked the salary structure for editing or processing.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock in place due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify if payroll processing is currently active. If so, you may need to wait until the processing is completed.
  Release Locks: If you have the