How To Fix LTR2_ANA2038 - Analysis is running, deletion failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_ANA2 - LTR2 Analysis Messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Analysis is running, deletion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_ANA2038 - Analysis is running, deletion failed ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_ANA2038 indicates that an analysis process is currently running, which prevents the deletion of the analysis. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or SAP Data Services when you attempt to delete an analysis that is still in progress.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Analysis: The primary cause of this error is that there is an active analysis process that has not yet completed. The system does not allow deletion of an analysis that is currently being processed to maintain data integrity.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent changes to data that is currently being processed. If an analysis is running, it locks the associated data, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Running Processes:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any running jobs related to the analysis.
  Look for jobs that are in the status "Active" or "Released" and identify if any of them are related to the analysis you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If you find that an analysis is indeed running, you will need to wait for it to complete. Once the analysis is finished, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Process (if necessary):
  
  If the analysis is stuck or taking too long, you may consider terminating the job. You can do this in SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel it. Be cautious with this step, as terminating a job may lead to incomplete data processing.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  After the analysis has completed or has been terminated, attempt to delete the analysis again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) and LTR2 (for Landscape Transformation).
  Logs and Traces: Check logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the running analysis.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might address specific issues related to your version of SAP or the specific analysis you are working with.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.