How To Fix RSL_UTILITIES066 - Error while deleting local Compositeprovider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UTILITIES - Messages in Utilities Package

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Error while deleting local Compositeprovider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES066 - Error while deleting local Compositeprovider &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES066, which indicates "Error while deleting local CompositeProvider &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion process of a CompositeProvider in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The CompositeProvider you are trying to delete may have dependencies, such as queries, data sources, or other objects that reference it.
  Active Objects: There might be active objects (like queries or reports) that are still using the CompositeProvider.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the CompositeProvider may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use the SAP BW modeling tools to check for any dependencies related to the CompositeProvider. Ensure that all dependent objects are either deleted or deactivated.
  You can use transaction codes like RSRT (for queries) or RSA1 (for modeling) to identify dependencies.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Queries:
  
  If there are queries that use the CompositeProvider, deactivate or delete those queries before attempting to delete the CompositeProvider.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the CompositeProvider. Check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the CompositeProvider. If there are locks, you may need to release them.
  
  
  
  Use the Right Tools:
  
  Ensure you are using the appropriate tools for deletion. For example, use the BW Modeling Tools in Eclipse or the SAP GUI as required.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to CompositeProvider deletion.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW/4HANA or BW on HANA for best practices on managing CompositeProviders.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.