How To Fix PA_PD_INTEGRATION001 - PERNR &1 is already locked in the current session by personnel actions.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA_PD_INTEGRATION - Messages for PA PD Integration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: PERNR &1 is already locked in the current session by personnel actions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA_PD_INTEGRATION001 - PERNR &1 is already locked in the current session by personnel actions. ?

  The SAP error message PA_PD_INTEGRATION001 indicates that a personnel number (PERNR) is currently locked in the session due to ongoing personnel actions. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same personnel record simultaneously, leading to a lock to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing the same personnel record.
  Unfinished Transactions: A previous transaction involving the personnel number was not completed properly, leaving the record locked.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to locks being held longer than necessary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the record, wait for them to finish and then try again.
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the personnel number. If you find a lock that should not be there (e.g., from a previous session that did not close properly), you may need to delete the lock entry if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Review User Sessions: If you have access, check the user sessions in transaction SM04 to see if another user is logged in and working on the same personnel number.
  Transaction Completion: Ensure that all personnel actions are completed properly. If a transaction was interrupted, it may need to be completed or rolled back.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, contact your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM04: To view active user sessions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on personnel administration and locking mechanisms to understand how locks are managed in your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue associated with the personnel number in question.