How To Fix RSDA480 - Request &1 has status &2 and will not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Request &1 has status &2 and will not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA480 - Request &1 has status &2 and will not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSDA480 indicates that a specific data request (identified by the request number &1) has a status of &2, which prevents it from being deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes, particularly when dealing with Data Warehousing or SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Causes:
  
  
  Request Status: The request may be in a status that does not allow deletion. Common statuses include:
  
  Green: Successfully processed.
  Red: Failed or canceled.
  Yellow: In process or waiting for further processing.
  Other statuses: Depending on the specific implementation, there may be other statuses that prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity: The request may be linked to other processes or data integrity constraints that prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the request.
  
  
  System Locking: The request might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Request Status: Review the status of the request. If it is in a status that allows for deletion (e.g., red or yellow), you may need to resolve any issues before attempting to delete it again.
  
  
  Resolve Dependencies: If the request is linked to other processes, ensure that those processes are completed or canceled before attempting to delete the request.
  
  
  User Authorization: Verify that the user attempting to delete the request has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Unlock the Request: If the request is locked, identify the process or user that is holding the lock and resolve the issue. You may need to wait for the process to complete or contact the user to release the lock.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to navigate to the relevant data request and check its status.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs or application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the request cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message RSDA480.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for more details on data requests and their management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.