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How To Fix 5C812 - PF accounts locked through &1 in current client


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

  • Message number: 812

  • Message text: PF accounts locked through &1 in current client

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  • What causes this issue?

    The current evaluation is set so that all PF accounts are locked in the
    data bank. There is however at least one account already locked and
    that is through user &V1&.
    Accounts are probably processed through a different program of PF
    module at the time, eg the posting maintenance is being processed.

    System Response

    Processing is cancelled.

    How to fix this error?

    Make sure that no user processes a PF account during the running of
    this evaluation.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C812 - PF accounts locked through &1 in current client ?

    The SAP error message 5C812 indicates that the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) accounts are locked in the current client due to a specific reason, which is typically related to the configuration or settings in the system. The message usually includes a reference to the specific account that is locked.

    Cause:

    1. Account Locking: The accounts in the Profitability Analysis module may be locked due to various reasons, such as:

      • The accounts are set to be locked for posting in the current client.
      • The configuration settings in the controlling area or company code may restrict postings to these accounts.
      • There may be a period closure or a similar restriction in place.
    2. User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the locked accounts.

    3. Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Profitability Analysis settings that lead to accounts being locked.

    Solution:

    1. Check Account Status:

      • Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting periods and ensure that the period is open for posting.
      • Verify if the specific account is locked for posting in the current client.
    2. Review Configuration:

      • Check the configuration settings in the controlling area and ensure that the accounts are not set to be locked.
      • Review the settings in the Profitability Analysis configuration to ensure that they are correctly set up.
    3. User Authorizations:

      • Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the Profitability Analysis accounts. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
    4. Unlock Accounts:

      • If the accounts are locked intentionally, consult with the finance or controlling team to understand the reason and whether they can be unlocked for the required transactions.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to error message 5C812 for any specific guidance or updates.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • OB52: For checking and managing posting periods.
      • SU53: For checking authorization issues.
      • KOB1: For displaying CO-PA line items.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.

    • Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.

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