How To Fix RSAPI_CTC055 - ODP-Connection to &1 not deleted, since connection retained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAPI_CTC - Messages to be shown for BW SAPI configurations

• Message number: 055

• Message text: ODP-Connection to &1 not deleted, since connection retained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAPI_CTC055 - ODP-Connection to &1 not deleted, since connection retained ?

  The SAP error message RSAPI_CTC055 indicates that an ODP (Operational Data Provisioning) connection to a specific source system (denoted by &1) could not be deleted because the connection is still being retained. This typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Active Data Flows: There may be active data flows or processes that are still using the ODP connection, preventing it from being deleted.
  Open Sessions: There might be open sessions or transactions that are utilizing the connection.
  Configuration Issues: The ODP connection may not be properly configured, or there may be dependencies that are not resolved.
  Locks: The connection might be locked by another process or user, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Processes:
  
  Verify if there are any active data extraction processes or data flows that are using the ODP connection. You can check transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any jobs running that are utilizing the connection.
  
  
  
  Terminate Sessions:
  
  If there are open sessions or transactions using the connection, consider terminating them if they are no longer needed. Use transaction SM04 to monitor user sessions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ODP connection is correctly configured. Check the settings in the DataSource and ensure that there are no dependencies that are preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the ODP connection. If you find any locks that are not needed, you can release them.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  After ensuring that there are no active processes, open sessions, or locks, try to delete the ODP connection again.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about why the connection cannot be deleted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ODP (Operational Data Provisioning): A framework in SAP that allows for efficient data extraction from various sources.
  SAP BW: Business Warehouse, a data warehousing solution from SAP that allows for reporting and analysis of data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM04 (User Sessions), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.