How To Fix TN_UNINST005 - The simulation is not finished yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN_UNINST -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The simulation is not finished yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN_UNINST005 - The simulation is not finished yet ?

  The SAP error message TN_UNINST005: The simulation is not finished yet typically occurs in the context of transport management or during the execution of a transport request. This error indicates that a simulation process related to the transport request has not yet completed, which can prevent further actions from being taken on that transport.
  Causes:
  
  Ongoing Simulation: The most common cause is that a simulation of the transport request is still running or has not been completed. This can happen if the system is busy or if there are long-running processes.
  Locking Issues: There may be locks on the transport request or related objects that prevent the simulation from completing.
  System Performance: If the system is experiencing performance issues, it may delay the completion of the simulation.
  Background Job Delays: If the simulation is being processed as a background job, it may not have finished yet.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait for Completion: If you suspect that the simulation is still running, wait for a few moments and then try to execute the action again.
  Check Background Jobs: Go to transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs related to the transport request that are still running. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to complete or investigate why they are taking longer than expected.
  Check Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the transport request or related objects. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  System Performance: Monitor system performance using transaction ST03N or ST22 to identify any bottlenecks that may be affecting the simulation process.
  Restart the Process: If the simulation seems to be stuck, you may need to cancel the current process and restart it. This can be done by using transaction SE01 or SE09 to manage transport requests.
  Consult Logs: Check the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to transport management and the specific error message.
  System Administration: If you are not an administrator, you may need to involve your SAP Basis team to assist with resolving the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.