42111 - Info Object can only be deleted in the original language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Info Object can only be deleted in the original language

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete the Info Object in a context with language &V1&.
This Info Object has the original language &V2&.

System Response

The Info Object was not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Select the language context parameter &V2& to delete the Info Object.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42111 - Info Object can only be deleted in the original language ?

  The SAP error message 42111, which states "Info Object can only be deleted in the original language," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an InfoObject (like a characteristic or key figure) in a language other than the original language in which it was created. This is a safeguard in SAP to prevent accidental deletions or modifications that could affect data integrity across different language versions.
  Cause:
  
  Language Context: The InfoObject was created in a specific original language (usually the language of the SAP system or the language set for the user). If you are logged in with a different language setting, SAP restricts the deletion of the InfoObject.
  Data Integrity: This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and consistency across different language versions of the InfoObject.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to switch to the original language of the InfoObject before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Original Language: Determine the original language in which the InfoObject was created. This can usually be found in the InfoObject's properties or documentation.
  
  
  Change User Language:
  
  Log out of your SAP session.
  When logging back in, select the original language (e.g., if the original language is German, log in using the German language setting).
  
  
  
  Delete the InfoObject:
  
  Once logged in with the correct language, navigate to the InfoObject in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) or the relevant area where the InfoObject is managed.
  Attempt to delete the InfoObject again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for InfoObjects and language settings to understand how language impacts data management in SAP BW.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete InfoObjects in the system.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW administrator for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.