How To Fix HRECM00BDG012 - Financing organizational unit &1 &2 is locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00BDG - Messages for Budgeting Functions

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Financing organizational unit &1 &2 is locked by user &3

What causes this issue?

The organizational unit record could not be locked as it is being edited
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 the lock table as follows:
Enter transaction <ZH>sm12</>.
Enter table name <ZH>PLOGI</> and select <ZH>List</>.
Contact the user who has locked the record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00BDG012 - Financing organizational unit &1 &2 is locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00BDG012 indicates that a financing organizational unit is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) or Financial Accounting modules, where certain organizational units may be locked to prevent changes or transactions while they are being processed by another user.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The financing organizational unit is currently being accessed or modified by another user, which causes it to be locked.
  Transaction in Progress: A transaction or process is currently running that involves the organizational unit, preventing other users from making changes.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that enforce locking mechanisms for certain operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check which user is locking the organizational unit. The error message provides the user ID (in this case, &3).
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is locking the organizational unit to determine if they can complete their task or release the lock.
  Wait and Retry: If the locking user is performing a legitimate operation, you may need to wait until they complete their task and then retry your operation.
  Unlock the Unit: If the lock is not being released and you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction SM12 to view and delete the lock entries. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the work of the user currently accessing the unit.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also lock organizational units. Use transaction SM37 to check for any running jobs that might be causing the lock.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or permissions to investigate and resolve the locking issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To check for background jobs.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and how they work within your specific SAP environment.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly release locks and manage their transactions to minimize locking issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and continue with your work in SAP.