How To Fix HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS846 - Personnel number &2 is locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS - HR-RU: message class for common process of HR RU reports

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Personnel number &2 is locked by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS846 - Personnel number &2 is locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS846 indicates that a personnel number is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when a user is trying to access or modify data related to a personnel number that is currently being edited or processed by another user.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The personnel number is locked by another user who is currently editing or processing data related to that personnel number.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a user does not properly log out or if their session times out, the system may still consider the personnel number as locked.
  Background Jobs: If there are background jobs running that are processing data for that personnel number, it may also lead to a lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary (e.g., another user is editing the data), you may need to wait for that user to finish and then try again.
  Identify the Locking User: You can use transaction code SM12 to check which user has locked the personnel number. You can search for the lock entry using the personnel number.
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock from transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution and ideally after confirming with the user who has the lock.
  Check Background Jobs: If there are background jobs that might be causing the lock, you can check them using transaction SM37 and see if they can be stopped or if they are still running.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling locks in the HR module.
  
  Always ensure that you communicate with the user who has the lock before taking any action to avoid data loss or conflicts.