How To Fix HRPBSPT_PBPS092 - Cannot save data; data in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSPT_PBPS - Messages for Portugal Public Sector

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Cannot save data; data in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSPT_PBPS092 - Cannot save data; data in use ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSPT_PBPS092 indicates that there is an issue with saving data because the data is currently in use. This typically occurs in the context of HR processes, such as when trying to save changes to employee data or other HR-related information.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the same data, preventing your changes from being saved.
  Lock Entries: SAP uses lock entries to prevent data inconsistencies. If a lock is in place for the data you are trying to modify, you will receive this error.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  Background Jobs: Background jobs that are processing HR data may also lock the data you are trying to access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the data is being accessed by another user, wait for a few moments and then try to save your changes again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action (e.g., contacting the user or waiting for the process to complete).
  Identify Long-running Processes: Use transaction code SM66 to monitor active processes in the system. Identify any long-running transactions that may be causing locks and address them if necessary.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with your team to ensure that no one else is working on the same data simultaneously.
  System Administrator Assistance: If the issue persists, contact your SAP Basis or system administrator for assistance. They may need to investigate further or release locks if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM66: To monitor active processes in the system.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and data consistency in HR processes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to avoid data conflicts, such as not editing the same records simultaneously.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSPT_PBPS092 error and successfully save your data.