/CFG/BCLM386 - SCE/ANC inprogress

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/BCLM -

• Message number: 386

• Message text: SCE/ANC inprogress

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/BCLM386 - SCE/ANC inprogress ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/BCLM386 SCE/ANC in progress typically indicates that there is an ongoing process related to the Business Configuration (BC) or a specific configuration activity that is currently being executed or has not been completed. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during system configuration, data migration, or when changes are being applied to the system.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Configuration Process: The error suggests that a configuration process is still running or has not been finalized. This could be due to a previous session that was not completed properly.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent concurrent changes to the same configuration. If one user is making changes, another user may receive this error if they try to access the same configuration.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is slow or unresponsive, it may appear that a process is still in progress when it has actually stalled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Processes: Use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to check for any active processes that might be holding locks on the configuration. If you find a process that is stuck, you may need to terminate it.
  Wait and Retry: If the process is genuinely in progress, wait for it to complete. You can monitor the status of the process and try again after some time.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing access to the configuration. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on what is causing the issue.
  Restart the Session: If you suspect that your session is causing the issue, log out and log back in to see if the problem persists.
  Contact Support: If the issue continues and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Business Configuration and any specific modules you are working with.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and backups before making changes to the system or terminating processes.