How To Fix RSOBJS179 - Object &1:&2 is already used by other objects in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBJS - Object Services

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Object &1:&2 is already used by other objects in the system

What causes this issue?

The object <(>&<)>1:&2 is being used by other objects in the system.

System Response

The object could not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBJS179 - Object &1:&2 is already used by other objects in the system ?

  The SAP error message RSOBJS179 indicates that a specific object (identified by the placeholders &1 and &2) is already being used by other objects in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when dealing with data modeling and object management.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to modify or delete is currently locked by another process or user.
  Dependencies: The object has dependencies or relationships with other objects, which prevents it from being modified or deleted.
  Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request that is currently being processed, it may be locked.
  Inconsistent State: The object may be in an inconsistent state due to previous operations that did not complete successfully.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSOBJS179 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Usage:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check where the object is being used.
  Identify any dependent objects that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Release Locks:
  
  If the object is locked, you can use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks held on the object. Be cautious when doing this, as releasing locks can affect other users.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  Check if the object is part of an active transport request using transaction SE09 or SE10. If it is, you may need to wait until the transport is completed or consult with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Processes:
  
  Use transaction SM66 to see if there are any active processes that might be using the object. If you find any, you may need to coordinate with the users or processes involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are dealing with, as there may be additional considerations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, RSA1, SM12, SM66, SE09, and SE10.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSOBJS179 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for best practices on object management in BW or the specific module you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSOBJS179 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.