How To Fix RP649 - Personnel number &1 is locked and therefore cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Personnel number &1 is locked and therefore cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP649 - Personnel number &1 is locked and therefore cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RP649 indicates that a personnel number is locked and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module when an attempt is made to delete a personnel record that is currently locked for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Personnel Record: The personnel number is locked due to ongoing processes, such as payroll processing, time evaluation, or other HR-related activities.
  User Lock: The personnel record may be locked by another user who is currently editing or processing data related to that personnel number.
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent deletion to maintain data integrity, especially if there are dependencies or related records that need to be preserved.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the record may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the personnel number is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user to release it.
  Review Ongoing Processes: Ensure that there are no ongoing payroll runs or other processes that might be locking the personnel record. If there are, you may need to wait until those processes are completed.
  Unlock the Record: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the personnel record using transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or by using the appropriate function in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete personnel records. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult with HR Team: If the personnel record is locked for a valid reason (e.g., ongoing HR processes), consult with your HR team to determine the appropriate course of action.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To check and manage lock entries.
  PA30: To maintain HR master data.
  PA40: To perform personnel actions.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on personnel administration and handling locked records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.