How To Fix SCTS_HOT620 - A deployment is already running. Please try again later.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HOT - Messages for HANA Object Transport

• Message number: 620

• Message text: A deployment is already running. Please try again later.

System Response

A deployment is already running for the SAP HANA package with the ABAP
transport object name &V1& and/or at least one of its objects.

How to fix this error?

Restart the deployment later.
Before you restart the deployment later on, you should check if the
package or the objects, which you want to deploy, have already been
deployed in the meantime.
You can do this by using transaction SCTS_HTA_DEPLOY. If the
package/object with the green status is displayed as <ZK>Package/object
is deployed</>, you do not need to deploy it again. If the
package/object with the yellow status is displayed as <ZK>package/object
is not deployed</>, this means that the version in the HTA Repository
has not been deployed to the SAP HANA Repository and you can start a
deployment.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HOT620 - A deployment is already running. Please try again later. ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HOT620 indicates that a deployment process is already in progress, and as a result, the system is preventing a new deployment from starting. This is a common scenario in SAP systems, especially when dealing with transport requests or software deployments.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Deployment: The most straightforward cause is that a deployment or transport process is currently running in the background.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple deployments from occurring simultaneously, which could lead to inconsistencies or data corruption.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that limit concurrent deployments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check for any running background jobs. Look for jobs related to the deployment or transport process.
  If you find a job that is stuck or taking too long, you may need to analyze it further or terminate it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: 
  
  If a deployment is indeed in progress, the simplest solution is to wait until it completes. You can monitor the job status in SM37.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the deployment. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Review Transport Management System (TMS): 
  
  If you are using TMS, check the transport logs and status to see if there are any issues with the transport routes or requests.
  
  
  
  System Restart: 
  
  In some cases, if the system is unresponsive or if jobs are stuck, a system restart may be necessary. However, this should be done with caution and typically during a maintenance window.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs: 
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for your specific version to understand the deployment process and any limitations that may apply.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCTS_HOT620 error and successfully initiate your deployment.