How To Fix HRPAYBR_EFD829 - No action performed, event is already locked by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR_EFD - Message class EFD-Social

• Message number: 829

• Message text: No action performed, event is already locked by &1

What causes this issue?

You want to cancel, send or select as checked an event that is already
being processed by &v1&.

System Response

The event is already being currently processed by &v1& and it is locked.

How to fix this error?

You can only cancel, send or select the event as checked when the event
is not being processed anymore.
You can also analyze the event again later to check whether the action
you want to perform is still valid, since &v1& can have changed the
event during the processing.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR_EFD829 - No action performed, event is already locked by &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR_EFD829 indicates that a specific event in the payroll process is already locked by another process or user, preventing any further actions from being taken on that event. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users or processes may be trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently processing the same payroll event, which locks the event to prevent data inconsistencies.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. If an event is being processed, it cannot be modified until the lock is released.
  Long-running Processes: If a payroll process is taking longer than expected, it may hold the lock for an extended period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the event is locked by another user or process, the simplest solution is to wait for the other process to complete and then retry the action.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock. You can then communicate with that user or check the process.
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock in SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Check for Long-running Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check for any long-running background jobs that might be holding the lock. If necessary, you can terminate these jobs if they are no longer needed.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration and locking settings to ensure they are optimized for your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR documentation for information on event processing and locking mechanisms.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle locks and understand the implications of concurrent processing in the payroll system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.