How To Fix /SMB/BB_INSTALLER117 - User & is currently activating the solution &

/SMB/BB_INSTALLER117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_INSTALLER -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: User & is currently activating the solution &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER117 - User & is currently activating the solution & ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER117 User & is currently activating the solution & typically indicates that a user is in the process of activating a solution in the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP Business Suite environment, and another user is attempting to perform an action that conflicts with this activation process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Activation: The error occurs when multiple users attempt to activate the same solution simultaneously. SAP restricts this to prevent conflicts and ensure data integrity.
  Long Activation Process: If the activation process is taking longer than expected, it may lead to other users trying to activate the solution, resulting in this error.
  Session Timeout: If a user’s session times out while activating a solution, it may leave the activation process in a state that prevents others from proceeding.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the user currently activating the solution to complete their process. Once they finish, you should