How To Fix RSBK255 - Could not delete predecessor request &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBK - Messages for the Data Transfer Process

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Could not delete predecessor request &

What causes this issue?

You want to start the DTP in a process chain. The request that was
generated during the last run has status 'red'. The DTP is configured in
such a way that the previous request is to be automatically deleted in
this case.

System Response

The previous request could not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Manually delete the previous request.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBK255 - Could not delete predecessor request & ?

  The SAP error message RSBK255, which states "Could not delete predecessor request &," typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that there is an issue with deleting a predecessor request in the data flow, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Data Locking: The predecessor request may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Request Status: The predecessor request might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it could be in a "processed" or "in process" state).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the predecessor request that prevent its deletion, such as other requests that rely on it.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or inconsistencies in the data warehouse that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the predecessor request. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the request.
  Review Request Status: Check the status of the predecessor request in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1). If it is in a non-deletable state, you may need to change its status or resolve any issues preventing its deletion.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent requests or processes that rely on the predecessor request. You may need to delete or process those requests first.
  Use Transaction RSRV: Run transaction RSRV to check for inconsistencies in the data warehouse. This transaction can help identify and resolve issues that may be causing the error.
  Manual Deletion: If necessary, you can try to manually delete the predecessor request using transaction RSA1 or through the relevant data flow management tools.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context on why the deletion failed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing data requests and understanding request statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSBK255 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.