How To Fix RSDMD097 - Saving master data for charact. & prevents the deletion of master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Saving master data for charact. & prevents the deletion of master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD097 - Saving master data for charact. & prevents the deletion of master data ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD097 typically indicates that there is an issue with saving master data for a characteristic, which is preventing the deletion of that master data. This error can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with master data objects.
  Cause:
  
  Active Data: The characteristic you are trying to delete may still have active data associated with it. If there are records in InfoObjects or InfoProviders that reference this master data, it cannot be deleted.
  Data Locking: There may be a data locking issue where the master data is currently being used or locked by another process or user.
  Dependencies: The characteristic may have dependencies on other objects, such as hierarchies or attributes, which need to be addressed before deletion.
  Transport Issues: If the master data is part of a transport request that has not been released or is in a different state, it may prevent deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Data: Review the InfoObjects and InfoProviders to see if there are any records that reference the master data you are trying to delete. You may need to delete or archive these records first.
  Release Locks: Ensure that there are no active locks on the master data. You can check for locks using transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) and SM21 (for system logs).
  Remove Dependencies: If there are hierarchies or attributes associated with the characteristic, you may need to delete or modify these dependencies before you can delete the master data.
  Transport Management: If the master data is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released and that there are no issues with the transport system.
  Use Transaction RSD1: You can use transaction RSD1 to manage master data and check for any inconsistencies or issues related to the characteristic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 (to manage master data), RSD2 (to manage InfoObjects), and RSA1 (to access the Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the RSDMD097 error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to master data management in BW/BI for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation and support.