How To Fix RS_BDS009 - SAP Knowledge Warehouse documents cannot be deleted in the BDN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_BDS - Messages for BDS

• Message number: 009

• Message text: SAP Knowledge Warehouse documents cannot be deleted in the BDN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_BDS009 - SAP Knowledge Warehouse documents cannot be deleted in the BDN ?

  The SAP error message RS_BDS009 indicates that SAP Knowledge Warehouse (KW) documents cannot be deleted in the Business Document Navigator (BDN). This error typically arises due to various reasons related to the configuration or status of the documents in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the document is locked or in use, it cannot be deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete documents in the BDN.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the deletion of certain types of documents.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent their deletion.
  Database Integrity Issues: There may be underlying database issues that are preventing the deletion of documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to delete. Ensure that it is not locked or in use.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete documents in the BDN. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to document management in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no restrictions on the document type you are trying to delete.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the underlying data model and see if there are any constraints.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the document in other parts of the system that would prevent its deletion.
  Database Check: If you suspect database integrity issues, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the error message RS_BDS009 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on SAP Knowledge Warehouse and Business Document Navigator for more detailed information on document management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the situation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to delete the SAP Knowledge Warehouse documents as needed.