How To Fix PG184 - Employee/applicant is not locked yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Employee/applicant is not locked yet

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change employee/applicant data which, however,
can only be done if you have exclusive access to this data. This means
that you must lock the data for other users before changing it, which
you have not done.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can probably solve your problem only by modifying the program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG184 - Employee/applicant is not locked yet ?

  The SAP error message PG184 ("Employee/applicant is not locked yet") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or recruitment processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to perform an operation that requires the employee or applicant record to be locked, but it is not currently locked.
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking Mechanism: In SAP, certain operations require that a record (like an employee or applicant) be locked to prevent concurrent modifications. If the record is not locked, the system will throw this error.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to lock the record.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that affect how records are locked or unlocked in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Lock the Record: Ensure that the record is locked before performing the operation. This can usually be done through the appropriate transaction code (e.g., PA30 for personnel administration).
  Check User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to lock the employee or applicant record. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to record locking in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with an SAP Basis or HR module expert.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to check the status of the employee/applicant record and attempt to lock it manually if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific guidance related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP HR, such as PA30, PA40, and others that may be involved in employee/applicant management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage employee and applicant records, including locking and unlocking processes.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.