How To Fix RSDMD105 - You cannot delete master data

RSDMD105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 105

• Message text: You cannot delete master data

What causes this issue?

The selected master data can not be deleted as it is all still being
used.

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?

First delete master data in the positions in which they are still in
use (for example, in the InfoCube as an attribute or hierarchy). Then
try the deletion again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD105 - You cannot delete master data ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD105, which states "You cannot delete master data," typically occurs when you attempt to delete master data in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) and the system prevents the action due to certain constraints. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Dependencies: The master data you are trying to delete may be linked to other data objects, such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries. If there are dependencies, the system will not allow deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Active Data: The master data might be actively used in reports, queries, or other data models. If the data is currently in use, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the master data may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  Data Locking: The master data might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  
  Data Status: The