Fix the “Another Update is Currently in Progress” Error

[Rachel S]

Hello everyone,

I'm facing the "Another Update is Currently in Progress" error in WordPress and am seeking assistance in resolving it. If you have experience or insights on this issue and can provide answers to my questions, your support would be immensely valuable.

[Ryaan J.]

This error can prevent you from updating your WordPress site. While it typically resolves itself automatically, there are instances where manual intervention is required. In this guide, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of resolving the 'another update is currently in progress' error in WordPress.

Why Does the ‘Another Update is Currently in Progress’ Error Occur?


This message is typically displayed when a core WordPress update is already in progress and a user attempts to initiate another update.


When a core update is underway, WordPress places an update lock on your database as a precaution. This lock prevents simultaneous updates, which could lead to errors or data loss.






This message is designed to disappear automatically within 15 minutes or once the update process has finished. Nonetheless, if you find yourself stuck with this message, you may need to remove it manually.

How To Fix the “Another Update is Currently in Progress” Error in WordPress


When encountering the 'another update in process' error, you should remove the 'core_updater.lock' file from your WordPress database. The most straightforward method for accomplishing this is by using phpMyAdmin.

1. Using phpMyAdmin

1. Log into your CPanel account.
2. Navigate to phpMyAdmin.

1. Select your database and select the wp_options table.

1. Locate the row containing the option name core_updater.lock, and then click the Delete button alongside it.

2. Using the plugin

1. Log into your WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to the Plugins > Add New.
3. Search for the Fix Another Update In Progress plugin.
4. Install it and activate the plugin.

1. Go to Settings and click on the installed plugin.
2. If it detects the lock in your database, it will show this screen. Click the "Fix WordPress Update Lock" button, and the database entry should be instantly removed.

This message is designed to disappear automatically within 15 minutes or once the update process has finished. Nonetheless, if you find yourself stuck with this message, you may need to remove it manually.

How To Fix the “Another Update is Currently in Progress” Error in WordPress


When encountering the 'another update in process' error, you should remove the 'core_updater.lock' file from your WordPress database. The most straightforward method for accomplishing this is by using phpMyAdmin.

1. Using phpMyAdmin

1. Log into your CPanel account.
2. Navigate to phpMyAdmin.

1. Select your database and select the wp_options table.

1. Locate the row containing the option name core_updater.lock, and then click the Delete button alongside it.

2. Using the plugin

1. Log into your WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to the Plugins > Add New.
3. Search for the Fix Another Update In Progress plugin.
4. Install it and activate the plugin.

1. Go to Settings and click on the installed plugin.
2. If it detects the lock in your database, it will show this screen. Click the "Fix WordPress Update Lock" button, and the database entry should be instantly removed.