How To Fix EEDM_RTP017 - Result parameter &1 cannot be deleted; allocated to output parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDM_RTP - Messages for EDM RTP Project

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Result parameter &1 cannot be deleted; allocated to output parameter

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

First delete all the output parameters that are allocated to result
parameter &v1&, then delete the result parameter.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_RTP017 - Result parameter &1 cannot be deleted; allocated to output parameter ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_RTP017 indicates that a result parameter (denoted as &1 in the message) cannot be deleted because it is currently allocated to an output parameter. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or similar environments where data flow and transformation processes are defined.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a result parameter that is still being referenced or used by an output parameter in a data flow or transformation. This means that the system has dependencies that prevent the deletion of the result parameter.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check the data flow or transformation where the result parameter is defined. Look for any output parameters that are using this result parameter.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Before you can delete the result parameter, you need to remove any references to it from the output parameters. This may involve:
  
  Editing the output parameters to stop using the result parameter.
  Modifying the logic in the data flow to ensure that the output parameters do not depend on the result parameter.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Result Parameter:
  
  Once all references to the result parameter have been removed, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the changes, validate the data flow or transformation to ensure that everything is functioning correctly and that there are no broken references.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Flow and Transformation: Understanding how data flows through your SAP environment and how transformations are defined is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of parameters, output parameters, and how they interact.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the version of SAP you are using for more detailed guidance on managing parameters and data flows.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the data flow to ensure that it behaves as expected and that no unintended consequences arise from the deletion of the parameter.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a colleague who has experience with the specific SAP module you are working with.