How To Fix MC047 - First delete the fields of table & from the ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 047

• Message text: First delete the fields of table & from the ID

What causes this issue?

You can only remove a table from the ID definition if the ID does not
contain any fields of this table.

System Response

The system refuses to delete the table.

How to fix this error?

First delete the fields of the table from the definition of the
matchcode ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC047 - First delete the fields of table & from the ID ?

  The SAP error message MC047, which states "First delete the fields of table & from the ID," typically occurs in the context of managing InfoObjects or InfoProviders in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that there are fields associated with a particular table that need to be removed before you can delete or modify the table itself.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify an InfoObject or InfoProvider that still has dependent fields or characteristics associated with it. In SAP BW, InfoObjects can have various fields, and if any of these fields are still linked to the InfoObject, the system will prevent you from making changes until those links are removed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC047 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Table: The error message will specify the table (or InfoObject) that is causing the issue. Make a note of this.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing