How to fix the Oracle error INS-30073: There is software running from the currently selected Oracle Home.?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorINS-30073: There is software running from the currently selected Oracle Home. with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

INS-30073: There is software running from the currently selected Oracle Home.

Reason for the Error INS-30073: There is software running from the currently selected Oracle Home.

Cause: Files that need to be reinstalled or upgraded in this home are currently in use by one or more applications.

How to fix the Error INS-30073: There is software running from the currently selected Oracle Home. ?

You can fix this error in Oracle by following the below steps

Action: Please close any running applications before continuing.