How To Fix TN483 - The add-on installation must be finished first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

• Message number: 483

• Message text: The add-on installation must be finished first

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to activate Industry Extension &V1& Release &V2&. To
allow this, the system needs to check whether the Support Package status
is compatible with the other software components, or whether add-ons
have been installed that are incompatible with the Industry extension.
As an active add-on installation queue has not yet been completely
imported, these checks cannot be made at the moment.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Complete the add-on installation in the add-on installation tool. You
can then try to activate Industry Extension &V1& Release &V2& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN483 - The add-on installation must be finished first ?

  The SAP error message TN483, "The add-on installation must be finished first," typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute a transaction or process that requires an add-on to be fully installed or activated, but the installation process has not been completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Add-on Installation: The add-on installation process was interrupted or not completed, leading to the system being in an inconsistent state.
  Missing Dependencies: The add-on may have dependencies that are not met, causing the installation to be incomplete.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the add-on from being properly installed or activated.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to execute the transaction may not have the necessary permissions to complete the add-on installation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete the Add-on Installation:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to the add-on installation transaction (usually SE80 or SICF).
  Check the status of the add-on installation and ensure that it is completed. If it is not, follow the necessary steps to complete the installation.
  
  
  
  Check Installation Logs:
  
  Review the installation logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the installation was not completed. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  
  
  Reinstall the Add-on:
  
  If the installation is corrupted or incomplete, consider uninstalling and then reinstalling the add-on. Make sure to follow the installation guide provided by the add-on vendor.
  
  
  
  Verify Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all required dependencies for the add-on are installed and activated. This may involve checking for other add-ons or components that need to be present.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to install and activate add-ons. If not, consult with your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official documentation for the specific add-on for any additional steps or troubleshooting tips that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or the vendor of the add-on for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors that occurred during the add-on installation process.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF (for service activation) and SE80 (for object navigator) that may assist in managing add-ons.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TN483 error and successfully complete the add-on installation.