How To Fix RSDMD124 - &2 entries out of &1 can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 124

• Message text: &2 entries out of &1 can be deleted

What causes this issue?

Not all master data could be deleted,
since the amount of master data entered is 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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD124 - &2 entries out of &1 can be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD124 indicates that there are entries in a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoProvider that cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions. The message typically states that a certain number of entries out of a total number cannot be deleted, which can be frustrating when trying to manage data in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Locking: The entries you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user.
  Data Consistency: There may be dependencies or relationships with other data objects that prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete certain entries.
  Data Status: The entries may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., they may be marked for archiving or already archived).
  Active Requests: If there are active requests that depend on the data you are trying to delete, this can prevent deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDMD124 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the entries you are trying to delete. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the locking process to complete or contact the user who has locked the entries.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent objects or requests that are preventing deletion. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to analyze the data model and dependencies.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the entries. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Data Status: Verify the status of the entries. If they are marked for archiving, you may need to unarchive them or change their status before deletion.
  
  
  Delete in Batches: If you are trying to delete a large number of entries, consider deleting them in smaller batches to avoid issues.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage and analyze your data objects.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDMD124 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing DataStore Objects and InfoProviders.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDMD124 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.