How To Fix HRPAYFR_N4DS074 - Processing cancelled, personnel number &1 is blocked by user &2

HRPAYFR_N4DS074 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_N4DS - Declarations in N4DS format

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Processing cancelled, personnel number &1 is blocked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS074 - Processing cancelled, personnel number &1 is blocked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS074 indicates that the processing of a payroll run has been canceled because the personnel number specified is blocked by a user. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly in the French payroll (as suggested by the prefix "HRPAYFR").
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The personnel number is locked by another user who is currently processing or has initiated a payroll run for that employee.
  Transaction in Progress: Another transaction related to the employee's payroll is currently being processed, which prevents concurrent processing.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that enforce locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the personnel number. This can often be done by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  Communicate with the User: If you identify the user who has locked the