How To Fix ESH_CU_TM017 - List ID &1 is still in use

ESH_CU_TM017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_TM - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 017

• Message text: List ID &1 is still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_TM017 - List ID &1 is still in use ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_TM017, which states "List ID &1 is still in use," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP NetWeaver Search functionalities. This error indicates that the specified List ID is currently being utilized by another process or user, preventing it from being deleted or modified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Sessions: The List ID is being accessed by another user or session, which means it cannot be deleted or modified until that session is closed.
  Background Jobs: There may be background jobs or processes that are still using the List ID.
  Locks: The List ID might be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that have not yet completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions: 
  
  Use transaction code SM04 to check for active user sessions. Look for any sessions that might be using the List ID in question.
  If you find any, you can ask the user to log off or terminate the session