How To Fix RSCV073 - Error when removing entries not being used

RSCV073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCV - Analysis of BW objects (InfoCubes...)

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Error when removing entries not being used

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while removing entries not used in the time dimension.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Execute the 'Entries not used' check in the dimensions of the InfoCube.
Remove the time dimension entries that are not used and repeat the test
for the time characteristics.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV073 - Error when removing entries not being used ?

  The SAP error message RSCV073 typically occurs when there is an attempt to remove entries from a table or data structure that are still in use or have dependencies. This error is often related to the management of data in the SAP system, particularly in the context of data archiving or deletion processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The entries you are trying to remove may still be referenced by other objects or processes in the system.
  Active Processes: There may be active processes or transactions that are currently using the entries you are attempting to delete.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity, and if the entries are linked to other data, the system will prevent their removal to avoid inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the entries, check for any dependencies. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate if other tables or processes reference the entries.
  End Active Processes: