How To Fix S_DX_BAPI146 - New run is not possible because an active run still exists

S_DX_BAPI146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_DX_BAPI - Messages for MDTB Workbench (Mass Data Transfer Using BAPIs)

• Message number: 146

• Message text: New run is not possible because an active run still exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_DX_BAPI146 - New run is not possible because an active run still exists ?

  The SAP error message S_DX_BAPI146 indicates that a new run cannot be initiated because there is an active run already in progress. This typically occurs in the context of data processing or batch jobs where the system prevents overlapping executions to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Job: There is an ongoing job or process that has not yet completed. This could be a background job, a data transfer process, or any other operation that locks resources.
  Session Lock: The system may have a session lock that prevents new processes from starting until the current one finishes.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings may inadvertently lead to processes being queued or not releasing resources properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Jobs: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any active jobs that might be running. Look for jobs that are related to the process you are trying to initiate.
  If you find an active job