How To Fix 3G051 - Run number &1 &2 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Run number &1 &2 is locked

What causes this issue?

You have tried to perform an action for posting run &V1& &V2&. However,
this run is locked by another process.
Repeat the required action when the other process has released the run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G051 - Run number &1 &2 is locked ?

  The SAP error message 3G051 indicates that a specific run number is locked, which typically occurs in the context of batch processing or job scheduling in SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when a batch job is still running, or if there is a lock due to a previous job that did not complete successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Job Still Running: The run number is locked because a job associated with that run is still in progress.
  Job Termination: A previous job may have terminated unexpectedly, leaving the run number in a locked state.
  Manual Locking: A user or administrator may have manually locked the run number for maintenance or troubleshooting purposes.
  Database Lock: There may be a database lock that is preventing access to the run number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of the job associated with the run number. If the job is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  Release Locks: If the job has terminated and the run number is still locked, you may need to release the lock. This can often be done by:
  
  Using transaction SM12 to check for and delete any locks associated with the run number.
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entries.
  
  
  Restart Job: If the job has failed, you may need to restart it after resolving any underlying issues that caused the failure.
  Check for Manual Locks: If a manual lock was placed, consult with the administrator or the person who placed the lock to understand the reason and to have it released.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear persistent locks, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and lock management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that you follow your organization's protocols when dealing with job locks and system changes.