How To Fix RSM1497 - Data target &1 has already got request &2; deletion not permitted

RSM1497 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 497

• Message text: Data target &1 has already got request &2; deletion not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1497 - Data target &1 has already got request &2; deletion not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RSM1497 indicates that a data target (such as an InfoCube, DataStore Object, or other data targets in SAP BW) already contains a request (data load) that you are trying to delete. The message suggests that the deletion of the request is not permitted because it is still in use or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Data: The request you are trying to delete is still present in the data target and has not been fully processed or is still being referenced.
  Data Integrity: SAP BW enforces data integrity rules, which prevent the deletion of requests that are still linked to other processes or data.
  Request Status: The request may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it might be in a "loaded" or "active" state).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Request Status: Verify the status of the request you are trying to delete. If it is still active or in use, you may