How To Fix ACM171 - ABAP artifacts generation failed --> Delete all artifacts of aggregate &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 171

• Message text: ABAP artifacts generation failed --> Delete all artifacts of aggregate &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM171 - ABAP artifacts generation failed --> Delete all artifacts of aggregate &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACM171 indicates that there was a failure in generating ABAP artifacts for a specific aggregate. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues with the underlying data model or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The aggregate might be referencing objects that are not consistent or have been modified.
  Missing Dependencies: There could be missing or invalid dependencies for the aggregate, such as InfoObjects or other related artifacts.
  Locking Issues: Sometimes, the artifacts might be locked by another process, preventing the generation.
  Transport Issues: If the aggregate was transported from another system, there might be inconsistencies in the transport.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the database that are causing the failure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Delete Artifacts: As suggested by the error message, you may need to delete all artifacts related to the aggregate. This can be done through the SAP GUI or relevant transaction codes (like RSA1 for BW).
  
  Navigate to the aggregate in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Right-click on the aggregate and select the option to delete or remove artifacts.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Aggregate: After deleting the artifacts, recreate the aggregate. This can often resolve issues related to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies for the aggregate are valid and exist in the system. This includes checking InfoObjects, DataSources, and other related objects.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the objects related to the aggregate. If there are locks, you may need to release them.
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the aggregate was transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  
  
  System Check: Perform a system check to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the database or system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to ACM171. SAP Notes often provide specific fixes or workarounds for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to aggregates and ABAP artifact generation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM171 error and successfully generate the ABAP artifacts for your aggregate.