How To Fix R!855 - InfoObject still in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R! -

• Message number: 855

• Message text: InfoObject still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R!855 - InfoObject still in use ?

  The SAP error message R!855, which states "InfoObject still in use," typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify an InfoObject (such as a characteristic or key figure) that is currently being used in various objects within the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This can include queries, InfoProviders, or other data models that reference the InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Active Dependencies: The InfoObject is still being referenced in one or more InfoProviders, queries, or other objects.
  Data Models: The InfoObject may be part of a data model that is currently active or in use.
  Transport Requests: The InfoObject might be included in a transport request that is still in process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R!855 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction code RSR3 (for InfoObjects) or RSR1 (for InfoProviders) to check where the InfoObject is being used.
  Look for any queries, InfoProviders, or other objects that reference the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the InfoObject is used in queries, you may need to delete or modify those queries to remove the reference to the InfoObject.
  If it is part of an InfoProvider, consider modifying the InfoProvider to exclude the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Objects:
  
  Ensure that there are no active processes or data loads that are using the InfoObject. You can check the status of data loads in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoObject is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed or remove the InfoObject from the transport request.
  
  
  
  Recheck:
  
  After removing all dependencies, try to delete or modify the InfoObject again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSR3: Display InfoObject
  RSR1: Display InfoProvider
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench (to manage InfoProviders and InfoObjects)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoObjects and their management in BW.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R!855 error and successfully manage your InfoObjects in SAP BW.