How To Fix HRTNM_LSO_MSG013 - Catalog object change impossible: an error occured during the deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTNM_LSO_MSG - Message class for LSO Integration

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Catalog object change impossible: an error occured during the deletion

What causes this issue?

During the change of the catalog object assigned to a given training
need, the first step of the process is now to remove every records that
dealt with "multiple" records infotypes.
More precisely these infotypes are:
- IT1681 : Regulatory Compliance
- IT1683 : Budget
- IT1688 : Valuation path
- IT1689 : Costs

System Response

An error occurs during the deletion process, so the catalog object
cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Check the cause of the error (for instance, a TN object lock by another
user).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTNM_LSO_MSG013 - Catalog object change impossible: an error occured during the deletion ?

  The SAP error message HRTNM_LSO_MSG013 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete a catalog object in the Learning Solution (LSO) module. This error typically arises when there are dependencies or references to the catalog object that prevent its deletion. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active References: The catalog object you are trying to delete may have active references in other areas of the system, such as courses, learning plans, or other catalog objects.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the catalog object, which can prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the catalog object may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  System Lock: The object might be locked by another process or user, preventing changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the catalog object, check for any dependencies. Ensure that there are no active courses, learning plans, or other objects that reference the catalog object.
  
  Use transaction codes like HRTMC (for managing catalog objects) to review dependencies.
  
  
  
  Remove References: If there are active references, you will need to remove or deactivate them before you can delete the catalog object.
  
  For example, if the catalog object is linked to a course, you may need to unlink it from that course.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any data issues related to the catalog object. This can often be done through specific reports or transactions in SAP.
  
  You can use transaction SLG1 to check for logs related to the error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete catalog objects. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Unlock the Object: If the object is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact your system administrator to unlock it.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HRTMC (for managing catalog objects) and HRTNM (for managing learning objects).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Learning Solution (LSO) for more detailed information on managing catalog objects and troubleshooting errors.
  Support Community: Consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.