How To Fix RSAR628 - InfoSource & (&) cannot be manually deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 628

• Message text: InfoSource & (&) cannot be manually deleted

What causes this issue?

With InfoSource &V1& (&V2&) we are dealing with an InfoSource delivered
by SAP AG. These cannot be manually deleted.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR628 - InfoSource & (&) cannot be manually deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSAR628 indicates that an InfoSource cannot be manually deleted because it is still being used in some capacity within the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environments.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The InfoSource is currently being used in one or more data flows, such as InfoPackages, DataSources, or transformations.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the InfoSource from other objects, such as queries, reports, or other InfoProviders.
  Transport Requests: The InfoSource might be included in a transport request that is still active or not yet released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR628 error and successfully delete the InfoSource, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoSource in question and check for any active data flows or dependencies.
  Look for any InfoPackages, transformations, or other objects that reference the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find any active InfoPackages or transformations that use the InfoSource, you will need to delete or deactivate them first.
  Ensure that there are no queries or reports that depend on the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  Check if the InfoSource is part of any transport requests. If it is, you may need to remove it from the transport request or wait until the transport is completed.
  
  
  
  Recheck Deletion:
  
  After ensuring that all dependencies are removed, try to delete the InfoSource again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still unable to delete the InfoSource, consult SAP documentation or support for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoProvider Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to InfoSource deletion.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSAR628 error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.