How To Fix /CFG/UI_BCW438 - Metadata event propagation is still running

/CFG/UI_BCW438 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/UI_BCW -

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Metadata event propagation is still running

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

/CFG/UI_BCW438 - Details

• The SAP error message /CFG/UI_BCW438 Metadata event propagation is still running typically indicates that there is an ongoing process related to metadata event propagation in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when changes are made to the configuration or when metadata is being synchronized across different components of the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Process: The error suggests that a previous metadata event propagation process has not yet completed. This could be due to a long-running operation or a process that has stalled.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can cause delays in the completion of metadata propagation.
  Configuration Changes: Recent changes to the configuration or metadata that require propagation may be taking longer than expected.
  Locks: There may be locks on the metadata that prevent the process from completing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any background jobs related to metadata propagation. Look for jobs