How To Fix RSBM012 - InfoObject &1 cannot be deleted

RSBM012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBM - Messages affecting data marts.

• Message number: 012

• Message text: InfoObject &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

In the following situations you cannot delete any InfoObjects:

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

It is possible that the InfoObject is currently being blocked by
another user. Attempt to delete the InfoObject again.
When you do not have authorization to delete

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 RSBM012 - InfoObject &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSBM012 indicates that an InfoObject (identified by &1) cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when attempting to delete an InfoObject that is still in use or has dependencies.
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The InfoObject is actively being used in various data models, such as InfoCubes, DataStore Objects (DSOs), or queries.
  Dependencies: There are dependencies on the InfoObject, such as being part of a composite provider, transformation, or data flow.
  Transport Requests: The InfoObject might be included in a transport request that has not yet been released.
  Data in the InfoObject: If the InfoObject contains data, it may not be allowed to delete it without first removing the data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the InfoObject.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction code RSO2 (for InfoObjects) or RSA1 (for the Data Warehousing Workbench) to check where the InfoObject is being used.