How To Fix R7I749 - Operation contains hierarchy nodes with locked InfoObjects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 749

• Message text: Operation contains hierarchy nodes with locked InfoObjects

What causes this issue?

The cut operation affects hierarchy nodes that contain locked
InfoObjects.
Locked InfoObjects <ZH>cannot be removed from the object</>.

System Response

In order to ensure consistency, the system terminates <ZH>the entire cut
operation</>.

How to fix this error?

Only select hierarchy nodes that do not contain locked InfoObjects.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I749 - Operation contains hierarchy nodes with locked InfoObjects ?

  The SAP error message R7I749 indicates that an operation you are trying to perform involves hierarchy nodes that contain locked InfoObjects. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are working with hierarchies in InfoObjects, such as characteristics or dimensions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to perform an operation (like loading data, executing a query, or modifying a hierarchy) that includes nodes in a hierarchy that are currently locked. Locking can occur for various reasons, such as:
  
  Data Loading: If data is being loaded into the InfoObject, it may lock certain nodes to ensure data integrity.
  Hierarchy Maintenance: If a hierarchy is being modified or maintained, it may lock nodes to prevent changes during the operation.
  User Locks: A user may have locked the InfoObject for maintenance or other purposes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7I749 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the InfoObjects involved. You can identify the user or process that has locked the InfoObject and take appropriate action.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is unnecessary, you can release it. However, be cautious and ensure that releasing the lock will not disrupt ongoing processes.
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the lock is due to a data load or hierarchy maintenance process, you may need to wait until that process is completed. You can monitor the status of the data load or hierarchy maintenance.
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Changes: If you are trying to modify a hierarchy, ensure that no other processes are currently modifying the same hierarchy. You may need to coordinate with other users or processes.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may be running that lock InfoObjects. Use transaction SM37 to check for any relevant background jobs and their statuses.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP BW.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  RSA1: To access the Data Warehousing Workbench, where you can manage InfoObjects and hierarchies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform operations on the InfoObjects and hierarchies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R7I749 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.