How To Fix DL_WFC_GIL101 - Object type "&1" cannot be deleted as it has &2 design objects linked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DL_WFC_GIL - Message class object for DL design layer model

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Object type "&1" cannot be deleted as it has &2 design objects linked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DL_WFC_GIL101 - Object type "&1" cannot be deleted as it has &2 design objects linked. ?

  The SAP error message DL_WFC_GIL101 indicates that you are trying to delete an object of a certain type (denoted by &1 in the message) that cannot be deleted because it has linked design objects (denoted by &2). This is a common issue in SAP systems when there are dependencies between objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the object you are attempting to delete is still being referenced by other objects in the system. This could happen in various contexts, such as:
  
  Data Models: If you are trying to delete a data model or a component that is still being used by other models or reports.
  Business Objects: If a business object is linked to other business processes or workflows.
  Configuration Objects: If a configuration object is still referenced in other configurations or settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove the dependencies before you can delete the object. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify Linked Objects:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Builder) to find out which objects are linked to the object you are trying to delete.
  Check the object’s properties or dependencies to see what is referencing it.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  Once you have identified the linked objects, you will need to either delete or modify them to remove the dependency on the object you want to delete.
  Ensure that you are not breaking any business processes or workflows by removing these dependencies.
  
  
  
  Delete the Object:
  
  After all dependencies have been resolved, you can attempt to delete the object again.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, there may be indirect dependencies. Make sure to check for any additional layers of dependencies that might not be immediately visible.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific object types to understand their dependencies better.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific object type you are dealing with.
  Testing: Always test in a development or quality assurance environment before making changes in production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the object in question.