How To Fix HR3PRNA207 - Reversal of posting item failed. Table T51R5 locked by user &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR3PRNA - Message class for third party remittance

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Reversal of posting item failed. Table T51R5 locked by user &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR3PRNA207 - Reversal of posting item failed. Table T51R5 locked by user &. ?

  The SAP error message HR3PRNA207 indicates that there was an attempt to reverse a posting item, but the operation failed because the relevant table (T51R5) is locked by another user. This is a common issue in SAP systems when multiple users or processes try to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Table Locking: The table T51R5 is locked by another user or process. This can happen if another transaction is currently using the table, preventing your transaction from accessing it.
  Long-running Transactions: If a user has a long-running transaction that involves the T51R5 table, it can lead to locks that prevent other users from performing actions that require access to that table.
  User Session: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is holding a lock on the table, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the T51R5 table. You can filter by the user ID or the table name to find out which user is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you identify a lock that is no longer needed (for example, if the user has logged out or the session is inactive), you can manually delete the lock entry from SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is held by a legitimate process that is still running, you may need to wait until that process completes. After some time, try to reverse the posting item again.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Users:
  
  If you find that a specific user is frequently locking the table, it may be helpful to communicate with them to understand their process and see if there are ways to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Sometimes, background jobs can also lock tables. Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be running and holding locks on the T51R5 table.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Table T51R5: This table is part of the SAP HR module and is used for storing specific HR-related data. Understanding its role can help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage table locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To view the structure of the T51R5 table and understand its fields.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HR3PRNA207 error and successfully reverse the posting item.