How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION201 - Upgrade is in progress; please don't create or modify relationships

LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION - Message Class for LCM Legal Transaction

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Upgrade is in progress; please don't create or modify relationships

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LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION201 - Details

• The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION201 indicates that an upgrade process is currently in progress, and as a result, users are restricted from creating or modifying relationships in the system. This is a common safeguard to ensure data integrity and consistency during system upgrades.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Upgrade Process: The primary cause of this error is that the SAP system is undergoing an upgrade. During this time, certain functionalities are locked to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies or data corruption.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock in place that prevents any modifications to relationships or transactions until the upgrade is fully completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Upgrade Completion: The most straightforward solution is to wait until the upgrade process is completed. Once the upgrade is finished, the system will automatically lift the restrictions, and you will be able to create or modify relationships as needed.
  Check Upgrade Status: If you have access to system monitoring