How To Fix RSBPCB_EXCEPTION107 - BPF: Cannot delete. Instance &1 already started or not suspended.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 107

• Message text: BPF: Cannot delete. Instance &1 already started or not suspended.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION107 - BPF: Cannot delete. Instance &1 already started or not suspended. ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION107 indicates that there is an issue with deleting a Business Process Flow (BPF) instance because it is either already started or not in a suspended state. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when trying to delete an instance that is currently active.
  Cause:
  
  Active Instance: The BPF instance you are trying to delete is currently running or has not been properly suspended.
  Incorrect State: The instance may be in a state that does not allow deletion, such as being in progress or not fully completed.
  Locks or Dependencies: There may be locks or dependencies on the instance that prevent it from being deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Instance Status:
  
  Go to the BPC administration or monitoring area and check the status of the BPF instance you are trying to delete.
  Ensure that the instance is not currently running or in progress.
  
  
  
  Suspend or Stop the Instance:
  
  If the instance is running, you may need to suspend or stop it before attempting to delete it.
  Use the appropriate BPC transaction or interface to suspend or stop the instance.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the instance is processing, wait for it to complete before attempting to delete it again.
  
  
  
  Delete from the Correct Interface:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct interface or transaction to delete the BPF instance. Sometimes, using the wrong method can lead to errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Investigate if there are any locks on the instance that might be preventing deletion. You may need to resolve these locks first.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context on why the deletion is failing.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BPC Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BPC documentation for more details on managing BPF instances and understanding their states.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the BPF instance if it is no longer needed.