How To Fix RSDA156 - InfoObject '&1' may not be removed from InfoProvider '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 156

• Message text: InfoObject '&1' may not be removed from InfoProvider '&2'

What causes this issue?

InfoObject &v1&' may not be removed from InfoProvider &v2& since it is
already used
as a selection characteristic or as a semantic grouping characteristic
in a data archiving process or
in near-line storage
for the InfoProvider.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA156 - InfoObject '&1' may not be removed from InfoProvider '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSDA156 indicates that an InfoObject (characteristic or key figure) cannot be removed from an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) because it is still being used in some capacity. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you attempt to modify the structure of an InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Active Queries: The InfoObject is being used in active queries or reports.
  Data Flow Dependencies: The InfoObject may be part of data flows, transformations, or processes that are still active.
  Aggregates: The InfoObject might be included in aggregates that are still in use.
  DataSource Dependencies: The InfoObject could be linked to a DataSource that is still being utilized.
  Open Data Models: The InfoObject might be part of open data models or other InfoProviders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDA156 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Queries: Review all queries that use the InfoObject. You may need to deactivate or modify these queries before removing the InfoObject.
  
  
  Review Data Flows: Check for any data flows, transformations, or processes that reference the InfoObject. Ensure that these are no longer in use.
  
  
  Check Aggregates: If the InfoObject is part of any aggregates, you will need to remove it from those aggregates before you can delete it from the InfoProvider.
  
  
  DataSource Review: Ensure that the InfoObject is not linked to any active DataSources. If it is, you may need to adjust or deactivate those DataSources.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Use the SAP BW tools to analyze dependencies for the InfoObject. This can help identify where it is being used.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the InfoObject is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not in a state that would prevent changes.
  
  
  Rebuild InfoProvider: In some cases, if the InfoProvider is heavily dependent on the InfoObject, you may need to consider rebuilding the InfoProvider without the InfoObject.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze InfoProviders and their dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDA156 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.