How To Fix ESH_TST_SMK_MSG063 - Deletion of model unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TST_SMK_MSG - Smoke Test

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Deletion of model unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG063 - Deletion of model unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG063, which indicates "Deletion of model unsuccessful," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA Search Model. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Model Dependencies: The model you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references in other objects, such as search connectors or other models.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the model may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Active Usage: The model might be actively used in a search scenario or has been indexed, preventing its deletion.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review the model for any dependencies. Ensure that there are no active references to the model in other search configurations or connectors.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to analyze the model and its dependencies.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the model. Check roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Unlink:
  
  If the model is actively used, consider deactivating it or unlinking it from any active search scenarios before attempting deletion.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the model or related database tables that might be preventing deletion.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or further insights into the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search and HANA Search Models for detailed information on model management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to model deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully delete the model.