How To Fix PE558 - All persons in organizational unit could not be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 558

• Message text: All persons in organizational unit could not be locked

What causes this issue?

Not all persons selected in this organizational unit can be offered
for maintenance. Some persons are locked by another employee.

System Response

You may edit the persons available but the target plan cannot
be released.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE558 - All persons in organizational unit could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message PE558 ("All persons in organizational unit could not be locked") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when attempting to lock all employees in a specific organizational unit. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Active Employees: The organizational unit may contain active employees who cannot be locked due to their current status in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to lock the employees may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent locking of certain personnel records.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the status of the employees in the organizational unit. If they are active, you may need to change their status before attempting to lock them.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to lock personnel records. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Locking Individual Employees: If locking all employees at once is not possible, consider locking them individually to identify if specific records are causing the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  System Configuration Review: Work with your SAP Basis or HR configuration team to review the settings related to personnel administration and locking mechanisms.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect a technical issue or bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing employee records.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and locking mechanisms for additional insights.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PE558 error in your SAP system.