How To Fix FIT_CHECK029 - Cannot delete report &1; delete manually in transaction SE80 or SE38

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIT_CHECK -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Cannot delete report &1; delete manually in transaction SE80 or SE38

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIT_CHECK029 - Cannot delete report &1; delete manually in transaction SE80 or SE38 ?

  The SAP error message FIT_CHECK029 indicates that you are trying to delete a report (program) that cannot be deleted automatically through the transaction you are using. Instead, it instructs you to delete the report manually using transactions SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Dependencies: The report you are trying to delete may have dependencies, such as being referenced in other programs, function modules, or being part of a transport request.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the report.
  System Restrictions: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the deletion of specific objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Transaction SE80 or SE38:
  
  Go to transaction SE80 or SE38.
  Enter the name of the report you want to delete.
  Check for any dependencies or references to the report.
  If there are no dependencies, you can proceed to delete the report manually.
  
  
  
  Delete the Report:
  
  In SE80: Navigate to the report, right-click on it, and select "Delete."
  In SE38: Enter the report name, and then choose the "Delete" option from the menu.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the report. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you lack the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If the report is part of a transport request, you may need to remove it from the transport request before deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or the impact of deleting the report, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE80: This is the Object Navigator, where you can manage various SAP objects, including programs, function modules, classes, etc.
  Transaction SE38: This is the ABAP Editor, where you can create, modify, and delete ABAP programs.
  Transport Management: If the report is part of a transport request, you may need to manage the transport using transaction SE09 or SE10.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIT_CHECK029 error and delete the report as needed.