How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL046 - Business Partner Synchronization is currently locked.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Business Partner Synchronization is currently locked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL046 - Business Partner Synchronization is currently locked. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL046 Business Partner Synchronization is currently locked typically indicates that there is a synchronization process that is currently running or has not been completed, which prevents further synchronization of business partner data. This can occur in systems where business partner data is linked to employee data, particularly in the context of SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) and SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Synchronization Process: A synchronization job is currently running, which locks the business partner data to prevent inconsistencies.
  Previous Job Failure: A previous synchronization job may have failed, leaving the system in a locked state.
  Manual Locking: The synchronization process may have been manually locked by an administrator or due to a configuration setting.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock that is preventing access to the business partner synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any running or failed jobs related to business partner synchronization. If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  Release Locks: If you find that a job has failed or is stuck, you may need to release the lock. This can be done by:
  
  Terminating the job if it is stuck.
  Using transaction code SM12 to check for and delete any locks related to the business partner synchronization.
  
  
  Check for Manual Locks: If the synchronization was manually locked, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to unlock it.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the synchronization is locked.
  Re-run Synchronization: After resolving the lock, you can re-run the synchronization process using the appropriate transaction or program.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on business partner synchronization and related processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to business partner synchronization locks.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.