How To Fix RSL_UI271 - Provider '&1' is used by &2: '&3'. Unable to delete provider.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Provider '&1' is used by &2: '&3'. Unable to delete provider.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI271 - Provider '&1' is used by &2: '&3'. Unable to delete provider. ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI271 indicates that a specific provider (identified by &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used by another object (identified by &2) with the name &3. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analytics tools, such as SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW, where providers (like InfoProviders, queries, or data sources) are interlinked.
  Cause:
  
  Dependency: The provider you are trying to delete is still being referenced by another object. This could be a query, report, or another provider that relies on the data from the provider you want to delete.
  Active Usage: The provider might be actively used in reports or dashboards, making it impossible to delete until those dependencies are resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which objects are using the provider. You can do this by navigating to the provider in the SAP system and looking for any linked queries, reports, or other providers.
  Use transaction codes like RSRT (for queries) or RSA1 (for InfoProviders) to find dependencies.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Dependencies:
  
  If you find that there are queries or reports using the provider, you will need to either delete those queries/reports or modify them to remove the dependency on the provider you want to delete.
  Ensure that any scheduled jobs or processes that rely on the provider are also addressed.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Sometimes, objects can be locked by other users or processes. Ensure that no one else is using the provider at the time you attempt to delete it.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once you have resolved all dependencies, try deleting the provider again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or BW team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to help you navigate and manage your providers and their dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.