HRPA_ARCH232 - Personnel number &1 was not selected: destruction lock exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPA_ARCH -

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Personnel number &1 was not selected: destruction lock exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPA_ARCH232 - Personnel number &1 was not selected: destruction lock exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPA_ARCH232 indicates that a personnel number (employee record) cannot be selected for archiving or destruction because a destruction lock exists. This typically means that the personnel record is currently locked for destruction due to various reasons, such as ongoing processes, pending actions, or specific configurations in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Destruction Lock: The personnel number is locked for destruction, which can happen if:
  
  The employee is still active or has pending actions (e.g., payroll processing).
  There are open infotypes or records that prevent the destruction.
  The employee is involved in ongoing legal or compliance matters.
  The record is part of a batch process that has not yet completed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be specific configurations in the archiving settings that prevent the destruction of certain records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: 
  
  Use transaction code SARA to check the archiving object and see if there are any locks on the personnel number.
  You can also check the status of the employee in the HR module to see if there are any pending actions.
  
  
  
  Release Locks: 
  
  If the lock is due to pending actions, ensure that all necessary processes (like payroll) are completed.
  If the employee is no longer active, ensure that all infotypes are properly closed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the archiving settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or HR team to review any specific configurations that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and destruction processes for further insights.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a system bug or configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving administration.
  PA20: To view personnel data.
  PA30: To maintain personnel data.
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant archiving objects in HR, such as HR_PERS for personnel data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the HRPA_ARCH232 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate actions to resolve the issue.