How To Fix RSO868 - Deleting objects of type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Deleting objects of type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO868 - Deleting objects of type &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSO868 typically occurs when there is an issue related to the deletion of objects in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. The message indicates that there is a problem with deleting objects of a specific type, which is represented by &1 in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references in other objects. For example, if a DataSource is being used in a Data Flow or if a query is dependent on a particular InfoObject, you cannot delete it until those dependencies are resolved.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the object may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  System Locking: The object may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues in the system, such as inconsistencies in the database or issues with the transport layer.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSO868 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check if the object has any dependencies. If it does, you will need to remove or adjust those dependencies before attempting to delete the object.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the object. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Object:
  
  If the object is locked, you can check for locks using transaction SM12. If you find that the object is locked by another user or process, you may need to wait for it to be released or contact the user to unlock it.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If you suspect there are technical issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying problems in the system.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Deletion Method:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct method for deletion. Some objects may require specific procedures or transactions for deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSO868 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing and deleting objects in BW.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.