How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV009 - Personnel number & locked for entitlement valuation (infotype 0203)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Personnel number & locked for entitlement valuation (infotype 0203)

What causes this issue?

According to the Pension/Valuation Status infotype (0203), the
<DS:DE.P01C_RSPER>entitlement valuation</> function is locked for
personnel number &V1&.

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 whether the lock is correct. In other words, check that automatic
valuation cannot be performed. If this is not correct, reset the lock
indicator in the Pension/Valuation Status infotype (0293).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV009 - Personnel number & locked for entitlement valuation (infotype 0203) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV009 indicates that a personnel number is locked for entitlement valuation in infotype 0203. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to access or modify employee data related to benefits or entitlements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: The personnel number is locked due to ongoing payroll processing or other administrative tasks. This can happen if:
  
  The payroll run is currently being executed.
  There are pending actions or processes that require the personnel record to be locked.
  Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same infotype.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are causing the lock to persist longer than necessary.
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks: The system may have detected inconsistencies in the data that require the personnel record to be locked until resolved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the personnel number. If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Processing to Complete: If the lock is due to an ongoing payroll run or process, you may need to wait until that process is completed. Check with your payroll team to confirm the status.
  
  
  Review User Access: Ensure that no other users are inadvertently locking the record. Communicate with your team to coordinate access to the personnel records.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to payroll and entitlement valuation to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0203: This infotype is used for managing entitlement valuations, which are crucial for payroll calculations and benefits administration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the relevant infotypes without causing locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message HRPAYDEBAV009.