How To Fix IWP517 - Run cleanup in BI before deleting audit package: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWP - Messages for IWP

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Run cleanup in BI before deleting audit package: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWP517 - Run cleanup in BI before deleting audit package: &1 ?

  The SAP error message IWP517, which states "Run cleanup in BI before deleting audit package: &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Business Intelligence (BI) when there is an attempt to delete an audit package that is still being referenced or has not been properly cleaned up.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of audit data that is still linked to the audit package you are trying to delete. This can happen if:
  
  The audit package contains data that has not been processed or cleaned up.
  There are dependencies or references to the audit package that need to be resolved before deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform a cleanup of the audit data in the BI system before attempting to delete the audit package. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the BI System: Log in to your SAP BI system where the audit package is located.
  
  
  Run Cleanup Process:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or program that allows you to perform cleanup operations on audit data. This may vary depending on your specific SAP version and configuration.
  Look for options related to "Audit Cleanup" or "Delete Audit Data."
  Execute the cleanup process to remove any unnecessary or outdated audit data associated with the package.
  
  
  
  Verify Cleanup: After running the cleanup, verify that the audit data has been successfully removed. You can check the status of the audit package to ensure that it is no longer referenced.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: Once the cleanup is complete, attempt to delete the audit package again. The error should no longer occur if the cleanup was successful.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of BI or IBP for detailed instructions on performing audit cleanup.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.