How To Fix R7524 - InfoObject &1 still used in InfoCube &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 524

• Message text: InfoObject &1 still used in InfoCube &2

What causes this issue?

You want to change InfoObject &V1&. InfoCube &V2&, however, in which
this InfoObject is still being used, is active.

System Response

Changes to InfoObject &V1&, that could lead to the inconsistency of
InfoCube &V2&, are not allowed.
The following properties of InfoObjects are affected:
Exception aggregation

How to fix this error?

Firstly, delete InfoObject &V1& from InfoCube &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7524 - InfoObject &1 still used in InfoCube &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7524 indicates that an InfoObject (characteristic or key figure) is still being used in an InfoCube, which prevents you from deleting or modifying that InfoObject. This is a common issue when managing InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete or modify an InfoObject that is still referenced in one or more InfoCubes. This can happen if:
  
  The InfoObject is part of the structure of an InfoCube.
  The InfoObject is used in queries, transformations, or other data models that are dependent on the InfoCube.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify where the InfoObject is being used and take appropriate actions. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check InfoCube Usage:
  
  Go to the InfoCube in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Check the structure of the InfoCube to see if the InfoObject is included in the dimensions or key figures.
  
  
  
  Remove the InfoObject from the InfoCube:
  
  If the InfoObject is indeed part of the InfoCube, you will need to remove it from the InfoCube structure.
  This can be done by editing the InfoCube and removing the InfoObject from the relevant dimensions or key figures.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObject is not being used in any queries, transformations, or other objects that depend on the InfoCube.
  You may need to adjust or delete these dependencies before you can remove the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes you make are included in the appropriate transport requests for moving to production.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoCube:
  
  After making changes, you may need to re-activate the InfoCube to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the InfoCube and any related queries to ensure that everything is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and InfoCubes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing InfoObjects and InfoCubes.
  Data Model Impact: Always consider the impact of changes on the overall data model and reporting capabilities before making modifications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7524 error and successfully manage your InfoObjects and InfoCubes in SAP BW.