How To Fix RP135 - Online maintenance is locked in payroll area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Online maintenance is locked in payroll area &1

What causes this issue?

The status of the control record for payroll area &V1& is "released for
payroll" or "check payroll results".

System Response

You cannot maintain master data.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the current control record status is correct for
payroll area &V1&. You must wait until the payroll run has been
completed. The status of the control record then is "exit payroll".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP135 - Online maintenance is locked in payroll area &1 ?

  The SAP error message RP135, which states "Online maintenance is locked in payroll area &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources). This error indicates that the payroll area specified (denoted by &1) is currently locked for online maintenance, preventing any changes or processing from being performed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: The payroll area is locked due to ongoing payroll processing or maintenance activities. This can happen if:
  
  A payroll run is currently in progress.
  Another user is performing maintenance activities in the same payroll area.
  The payroll area is locked due to a scheduled job or batch process.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict online maintenance during certain periods to ensure data integrity during payroll processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks in the system. Look for locks related to the payroll area in question.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If a payroll run or maintenance task is currently in progress, you may need to wait until it is completed. You can check the status of payroll runs using transaction PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll).
  
  
  Coordinate with Users: If another user is performing maintenance, coordinate with them to ensure that they complete their tasks or release the lock.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings for the payroll area to determine if adjustments are needed to the locking mechanism.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the payroll area in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  PC00_MXX_CALC: To check payroll runs.
  PA03: To maintain payroll area settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to perform maintenance tasks and to view lock statuses.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the locking issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RP135 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.