How To Fix HRPADJP_INDNR052 - PERNR is locked by other user

HRPADJP_INDNR052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADJP_INDNR - Message Class for Individual Numbers

• Message number: 052

• Message text: PERNR is locked by other user

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HRPADJP_INDNR052 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPADJP_INDNR052 indicates that a personnel number (PERNR) is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same employee record simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the same personnel number, which locks the record to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been properly closed, leaving the record locked.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to more frequent locking of records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their work and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user is locking the personnel number and, if necessary, you can delete the lock entry (if you have the appropriate permissions).
  Go to transaction SM12.
  Enter the personnel number in the