How To Fix J5140 - Cannot delete the attributes for the analysis structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Cannot delete the attributes for the analysis structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5140 - Cannot delete the attributes for the analysis structure ?

  The SAP error message J5140, which states "Cannot delete the attributes for the analysis structure," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to delete attributes from an InfoObject or an analysis structure that is being used in a query or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The attributes you are trying to delete are likely being used in existing queries, reports, or other objects. SAP does not allow the deletion of attributes that are actively in use to maintain data integrity.
  Active Queries: If there are active queries that utilize the analysis structure or InfoObject, you will encounter this error.
  Data Model Constraints: The attributes may be part of a data model that has constraints preventing their deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) or RSO2 (InfoObject Maintenance) to check if the attributes are being used in any queries or reports.
  Identify and remove or