How To Fix RSM671 - The InfoArea still contains child entries. No deletion possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 671

• Message text: The InfoArea still contains child entries. No deletion possible

What causes this issue?

InfoCubes and/or InfoObject catalogs are still attached to this
InfoArea.

How to fix this error?

In the InfoCube catalog you must first delete all InfoCubes and all
InfoObjects in the InfoObject catalog, before you can delete the
InfoArea.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM671 - The InfoArea still contains child entries. No deletion possible ?

  The SAP error message RSM671 indicates that you are trying to delete an InfoArea in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system, but the deletion cannot be completed because the InfoArea still contains child objects (such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other InfoAreas). This is a protective measure to prevent accidental loss of data or structure.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the InfoArea you are attempting to delete has dependent objects. These could include:
  
  InfoObjects (characteristics, key figures)
  InfoProviders (DSOs, InfoCubes, MultiProviders)
  Other InfoAreas that are hierarchically linked
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to first identify and delete or move the child objects associated with the InfoArea you want to delete. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify Child Objects:
  
  Use the SAP BW modeling tools (like the Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the InfoArea in question.
  Check for any child objects that are still present within the InfoArea.
  
  
  
  Delete or Move Child Objects:
  
  If you find any child objects, you will need to delete them or move them to another InfoArea.
  To delete an object, right-click on it and select the delete option. Ensure that you are aware of the implications of deleting these objects, as it may affect reports or other processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies on the child objects you are trying to delete. This includes checking for any queries, reports, or processes that may rely on these objects.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion of InfoArea:
  
  Once all child objects have been removed, you can attempt to delete the InfoArea again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoAreas and their child objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed instructions on managing InfoAreas and understanding dependencies.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup or a clear understanding of the data structure before performing deletions, as this can lead to data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM671 error and successfully delete the InfoArea in question.