How To Fix BSP_WD_TOOLS089 - Enhancement of component &1 is not empty and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSP_WD_TOOLS - Messages for BSP WD Tools

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Enhancement of component &1 is not empty and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The current component enhancement still contains controller
enhancements.

System Response

The deletion of the component enhancement is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Delete all controller enhancements and then try to delete the component
enhancement again.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSP_WD_TOOLS089 - Enhancement of component &1 is not empty and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message BSP_WD_TOOLS089 indicates that you are trying to delete an enhancement of a component in the SAP Web Dynpro environment, but the enhancement is not empty. This means that there are existing modifications or enhancements that prevent the deletion of the component.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Enhancements: The enhancement you are trying to delete has existing modifications or enhancements that are still in use or have not been properly removed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the enhancement from other components or applications, which prevents its deletion.
  Incomplete Deletion: The enhancement might have been partially deleted or modified, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Modifications:
  
  Go to the enhancement in question and check if there are any modifications or additional components that are still active.
  Review the enhancement implementation to ensure that it is indeed empty.
  
  
  
  Remove Modifications:
  
  If there are modifications, you will need to remove or revert them before you can delete the enhancement.
  Use the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to navigate to the enhancement and check for any associated objects.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies on the enhancement from other components or applications. You may need to adjust or remove these dependencies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE84:
  
  You can use transaction SE84 (Repository Information System) to search for the enhancement and see where it is being used. This can help identify any dependencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the enhancement is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that there are no pending changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific enhancement to understand any additional requirements or steps needed for deletion.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro Enhancements: Understanding how enhancements work in Web Dynpro can help you manage them more effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling enhancements.
  Change Management: Implementing a change management process can help prevent similar issues in the future by ensuring that all modifications are tracked and managed properly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.