# Cannot proceed with scan/deployment since Yum is already running

## Problem

You can see the error message during a scan or deployment process.

## Cause

The following are the possible reasons:

1. The user might have initiated a software installation at his end.
2. The **yumbackend.py** process i.e. the automatic updates for RedHat could be running.

## Resolution

The following steps will help in resolution:

1. Wait for the user to complete software installation.
2. In the case of automatic updates, follow [steps to disable Auto updates](https://unix.stackexchange.com/questions/196078/how-to-avoid-yum-lock-hassle/196081#196081).