some downloads were not finalized

[Cederien]

So my DL folder is on a network drive. Yesterday I needed to do some work on that and let one of the raids rebuild, during that time the download folder was not accessible (appearing empty due to being symlinked). I figured that would not be a major issue, I just wanted to play a game, not DL or install anything. Worked well enough.
However, as of today the Download folder with its entire content is available again and Vortex became completely derailed.
It starts with the innocent enough message "Some downloads were not finalized - Vortex may appear frozen for a moment while repairing this". If I click on repair, it appears he attempts to rehash each and every mod in the DL folder, taking about 2-3 minutes per mod. With over 9000 mods, that's 5+ days non-stop. What's worse in the meantime Vortex refuses most basic functions I can't deploy mods (and as a result can't change profiles either) I can't switch games, I can't show plugins... basically, yes true to the warning Vortex appears to be frozen, just it will be for days. Which is one long a... moment IMHO.
If I just leave the message be or click it away, Vortex still remains frozen.

Any suggestion how to get Vortex to play ball again (preferably without forgoing my DL's or allowing him 5+ days to himself)?