How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS120 - Could not delete the folder: "&1". &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_QMSGS - Messages directly related to Query Designer.

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Could not delete the folder: "&1". &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS120 - Could not delete the folder: "&1". &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS120 indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to delete a folder, and it provides two placeholders: &1 for the folder name and &2 for additional information about the error.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to delete the specified folder.
  Folder in Use: The folder may be currently in use by another process or user, preventing its deletion.
  System Lock: There may be a lock on the folder or its contents that is preventing deletion.
  File System Issues: There could be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or other errors.
  Incorrect Path: The specified folder path may be incorrect or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or the service account executing the deletion has the necessary permissions to delete the folder. You may need to adjust the authorization settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Verify if the folder is currently in use. You can check for any active processes or users that might be accessing the folder. If necessary, terminate those processes.
  
  
  
  Verify Folder Path:
  
  Double-check the folder path specified in the error message to ensure it is correct and that the folder exists.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like RSO1 (for InfoObjects) or RSA1 (for Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage and check the status of the folder.
  
  
  
  Manual Deletion:
  
  If the folder is not being used and you have the necessary permissions, you can try to delete the folder manually through the file system (if applicable).
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for information on folder management and permissions.
  System Administration: Involve your system administrator if the issue relates to system-level permissions or configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message RSO_RES_QMSGS120.