How To Fix 5E565 - Employee &1 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Employee &1 is blocked

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the employee master data, but the employee is being
processed by another user.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check if you or another person are processing the employee data. In this
case, end your session.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E565 - Employee &1 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message 5E565, which states "Employee &1 is blocked," typically indicates that the employee record you are trying to access or modify is currently blocked in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as administrative actions, compliance issues, or data integrity concerns.
  Causes:
  
  Administrative Block: The employee may have been blocked by an HR administrator due to various reasons, such as termination, leave of absence, or other administrative actions.
  Compliance Issues: The employee's record may be blocked due to compliance-related issues, such as missing documentation or unresolved discrepancies.
  Data Integrity: There may be data integrity issues that require resolution before the employee record can be unblocked.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to automatic blocking of employee records under specific conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's status in the system. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data and checking if there are any flags or indicators that show the employee is blocked.
  Contact HR Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to unblock the employee, contact your HR department or system administrator to understand the reason for the block and request unblocking if appropriate.
  Review Compliance Issues: If the block is due to compliance issues, ensure that all necessary documentation and requirements are met before requesting the unblocking of the employee record.
  System Configuration Review: If you suspect that the block is due to system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view or modify employee records.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify employee records in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling blocked employee records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.