How To Fix HRTIM00BLPEMPL021 - User &2 already processed data from &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPEMPL - TMW: Employee-Related Errors in Business Logic Processor

• Message number: 021

• Message text: User &2 already processed data from &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPEMPL021 - User &2 already processed data from &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPEMPL021 indicates that a user (identified by &2) has already processed data for a specific time period (identified by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with time evaluation or payroll runs.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Processing: The primary cause of this error is that the user has already processed the time data for the specified period. This can happen if:
  
  The user attempted to process the same data multiple times.
  There was an error in the previous processing that led to a retry.
  The system is set up to prevent duplicate processing for the same user and time period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the time management module that restrict processing to a single user for a specific time frame.
  
  
  Data Locking: The data might be locked due to ongoing processing by another user or session, preventing the current user from processing it again.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Processing Status: Verify if the user has indeed processed the data for the specified period. You can do this by checking the relevant logs or processing status in the SAP system.
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Runs: Ensure that the user does not attempt to process the same data again unless necessary. If a reprocessing is required, it may need to be done by a different user or after unlocking the data.
  
  
  Unlock Data: If the data is locked due to another session, you may need to wait for that session to complete or contact the user who is processing it to release the lock.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to time management and payroll processing for specific guidelines on handling this error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check the status of the processing.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process time data for the specified period.
  System Logs: Check system logs (SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.