How To Fix RSO_RES_CONVMSGS018 - Object &1 is still in use. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_CONVMSGS - Messages directly related to the conversion types

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Object &1 is still in use. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_CONVMSGS018 - Object &1 is still in use. &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_CONVMSGS018 indicates that a specific object (denoted as &1) is still in use, and it cannot be modified or deleted until it is no longer in use. The message typically appears in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to perform an operation on a data object, such as a query, InfoProvider, or transformation.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The object you are trying to modify or delete is currently being accessed or utilized by another process or user.
  There may be active sessions, jobs, or queries that are referencing the object.
  The object might be locked due to ongoing data loads or transformations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions:
  
  Use transaction code SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Process Overview) to check for any active sessions that might be using the object. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to complete or terminate them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be running and using the object. If you find relevant jobs, you may need to wait for them to finish or cancel them if they are not needed.
  
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the object. If you find locks that are preventing you from modifying or deleting the object, you can release them if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependent objects that are using the object in question. This can include queries, reports, or other InfoProviders that may be referencing the object.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the object is being used in a data load or transformation process, you may need to wait until that process is completed before attempting to modify or delete the object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM66 - Global Work Process Overview
  SM50 - Process Overview
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific object type or error message.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete the object in question.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.