How To Fix RLFW401 - Read Only mode is already active for schema &1.

RLFW401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLFW - Messages for runlevel framework

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Read Only mode is already active for schema &1.

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.

RLFW401 - Details

• The SAP error message RLFW401 indicates that the system is currently in "Read Only" mode for a specific schema. This typically occurs when the database is in a state where it cannot accept write operations, which can be due to various reasons such as maintenance activities, database recovery processes, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Database Maintenance: The database might be undergoing maintenance or backup processes, which can temporarily set it to read-only mode.
  Configuration Settings: The database or schema might be explicitly configured to operate in read-only mode.
  Database Recovery: If the database is recovering from a failure, it may be set to read-only to ensure data integrity.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform write operations may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Status: Verify if the database is undergoing maintenance or backup. If so, wait until the process is complete.
  Review Configuration: Check the database configuration settings to see if it has