How To Fix INST_MSG813 - Step & is not yet completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INST_MSG - Messages for Installation Post-Processing

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Step & is not yet completed

What causes this issue?

Step & is currently being processed and cannot be copied to the
selection.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Wait until processing has finished or flag the step as canceled if you
are sure that no more activities will occur.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INST_MSG813 - Step & is not yet completed ?

  The SAP error message "INST_MSG813 Step & is not yet completed" typically indicates that a specific step in a process (like a background job, transport, or installation) has not yet finished executing. This can occur in various contexts, such as during system installations, upgrades, or when running background jobs.
  Causes:
  
  Long-running Process: The step may be taking longer than expected due to system performance issues or resource constraints.
  Job Scheduling: The job may not have been scheduled correctly, or there may be dependencies that have not been met.
  Locks: There may be locks on the database or other resources that are preventing the step from completing.
  Errors in Previous Steps: If a previous step failed or did not complete successfully, it may prevent subsequent steps from executing.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the system can lead to unexpected behavior during processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look