How To Fix OQ010 - You can only delete deactivated routines

OQ010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ - IS-Oil : Message pool Service Station Retailing

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You can only delete deactivated routines

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ010 - You can only delete deactivated routines ?

  The SAP error message OQ010, which states "You can only delete deactivated routines," typically occurs in the context of managing routines in SAP, particularly in the area of data processing or data transformation (like in SAP BW or SAP Data Services). This error indicates that you are attempting to delete a routine that is currently active or in use, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Routine: The routine you are trying to delete is still active and has not been deactivated. In SAP, only deactivated routines can be removed.
  Dependencies: The routine may be linked to other processes or objects, making it necessary to deactivate it before deletion.
  User Permissions: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the routine, although this is less common for this specific error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate the Routine:
  
  Navigate to the routine in the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  Find the option to deactivate the routine. This is usually done by