How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG007 - Deletion of object repository entry was unsuccessful (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Deletion of object repository entry was unsuccessful (&1)

What causes this issue?

Deletion of object repository entry was unsuccessful.

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

System Response

Object repository entry is outdated and could not be updated.

How to fix this error?

Go to the version management (menu Action -> Import Log) and check the
details.

Procedure for System Administrators

Changes to the object repository technically result in generated ABAP
programs. Thus the modeling metadata is serialized as a self-extracting
program. All object repository imports (based on those programs) are
listed in the import log (transport). Object repository updates are
transported by SAP service packages or SAP Notes.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG007 - Deletion of object repository entry was unsuccessful (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG007 indicates that there was an unsuccessful attempt to delete an entry from the object repository in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Object Not Found: The entry you are trying to delete may not exist in the object repository.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the object.
  Database Constraints: There may be database constraints or dependencies preventing the deletion of the object.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database locks or inconsistencies in the object repository.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the object repository may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object you are trying to delete actually exists in the object repository. You can do this by querying the repository or using transaction codes related to the object.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Review Database Constraints: Investigate if there are any database constraints or foreign key relationships that might be preventing the deletion. You may need to remove or update related entries before deleting the target object.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the deletion. If locks are found, you may need to resolve them.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the object repository are correct. This may involve checking settings in the SAP ESH configuration or related customizing transactions.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider searching for relevant SAP Notes or reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. There may be known issues or patches available that address this specific error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ESH_COCKPIT for managing the Enterprise Search configuration and ESH_REPO for object repository management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and object repository management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.