How To Fix HRPAYDEE2606 - Personnel number locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Personnel number locked by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2606 - Personnel number locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2606 indicates that a personnel number is currently locked by a specific user (denoted by &1). This typically occurs in the context of HR payroll processing when a user is trying to access or modify data for a personnel number that is already being processed or edited by another user.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently accessing or processing the same personnel number, which locks it to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Unfinished Processes: A payroll run or other HR-related process is still active for that personnel number.
  User Locking: The user who is currently working on the personnel number has not released the lock, either due to an error or because they are still working on it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the personnel number. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  Wait for Release: If the lock is due to another user actively working on the personnel number, you may need to wait until they finish their task and release the lock.
  Contact the Locking User: If you can identify the user who has locked the personnel number, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Force Release (if necessary): If the lock is due to a user session that has crashed or is no longer active, a system administrator can forcefully release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Check for Background Jobs: Ensure that there are no background jobs running that might be processing payroll for that personnel number.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  PA30: To access personnel administration data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and managing personnel data.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly release locks and manage personnel data to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEE2606 error and continue with your HR processes.