How To Fix R9481 - &1: element &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 481

• Message text: &1: element &2 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9481 - &1: element &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message R9481 typically indicates that a specific element (like a characteristic or a key figure) has been deleted from a data structure, such as an InfoObject or a data model in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This can occur during data processing or when trying to access or manipulate data that references the deleted element.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of InfoObjects: The most common cause is that an InfoObject (like a characteristic or key figure) has been deleted from the system, and there are still references to it in queries, reports, or data models.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to the structure of InfoProviders or InfoCubes, can lead to this error if the deleted elements were part of the model.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all necessary objects, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Deletions: Review the InfoObjects and data models to confirm if the element mentioned in the error message has indeed been deleted. If it has, you may need to restore it or adjust your queries and reports accordingly.
  Adjust Queries/Reports: If the element is no longer needed, update any queries, reports, or data models that reference the deleted element to remove or replace those references.
  Rebuild Data Models: If the data model has been significantly altered, consider rebuilding or reactivating the affected InfoProviders or InfoCubes.
  Transport Consistency: Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport requests. If not, you may need to transport the missing objects or manually recreate them in the target system.
  Check for Dependencies: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for dependencies and ensure that all related objects are intact.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSRT (Query Monitor) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing InfoObjects and data models to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.