How To Fix HRPFD00658 - Account '&1' is locked through user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Account '&1' is locked through user &2

What causes this issue?

You tried to lock account &V1&.
User &V2& has already locked the account..

System Response

There is no write access to the account. Bookings are not written into
the database.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that account &V1& is unlocked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPFD00658 - Account '&1' is locked through user &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPFD00658 indicates that a specific account (represented by &1) is locked by a user (represented by &2). This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, where certain accounts or records may be locked to prevent concurrent modifications.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The account is currently being accessed or modified by another user, which locks it for other users to prevent data inconsistencies.
  System Lock: The system may have automatically locked the account due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Manual Locking: An administrator or user may have manually locked the account for maintenance or data integrity reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary (e.g., another user is currently working on the account), wait for a while and then try again.
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the account. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to see which user has locked the account.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, communicate with the user who has locked the account to understand if they can release it.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the account.
  Check for System Issues: If the lock persists and seems abnormal, check for any system issues or errors that may have caused the lock to remain in place.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  SU01: To check user details and their current sessions.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and user sessions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or support for further investigation.