How To Fix RSO416 - Object &1 &2 used in object &3 &4 (not deleted)

RSO416 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Object &1 &2 used in object &3 &4 (not deleted)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO416 - Object &1 &2 used in object &3 &4 (not deleted) ?

  The SAP error message RSO416 indicates that a specific object (like a query, InfoProvider, or other BI-related object) is being referenced by another object, which prevents it from being deleted. This is a common issue in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and can occur when you try to delete an object that is still in use or linked to other objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error message RSO416 is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to delete an object (e.g., a query, InfoObject, or InfoProvider) that is still being referenced by another object (e.g., a report, another query, or a data flow).
  The object you are trying to delete is part of a hierarchy or is linked to other objects in a way that prevents its deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like RSO1 (for InfoObjects) or RSO2 (for queries) to check the dependencies of the object you are trying to delete.
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