How To Fix /IWFND/CM_OIL017 - Error when deleting OIL objects

/IWFND/CM_OIL017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_OIL -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error when deleting OIL objects

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/IWFND/CM_OIL017 - Details

• The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_OIL017 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Gateway and is related to the deletion of OIL (Object Instance Layer) objects. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the object being referenced, authorization problems, or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Object Reference Issues: The object you are trying to delete may still be referenced by other objects or entities, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to delete the object may not have the necessary permissions to perform the deletion.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data model or database that prevent the deletion from being processed.
  Active Sessions: If there are active sessions or transactions that are using the OIL object, it may not be possible to delete it until those sessions are closed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object References: Ensure that the object you are trying to delete is not being referenced by other