How To Fix RSOS121 - Maintenance error in selected object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS - Message class for BI Metadata Search with TREX

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Maintenance error in selected object type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS121 - Maintenance error in selected object type ?

  The SAP error message RSOS121, which states "Maintenance error in selected object type," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the maintenance of certain objects, such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other data modeling components.
  Causes:
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to maintain may be locked by another user or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform maintenance on the selected object type.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata or data model that prevent maintenance operations.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, there may be issues related to the transport that need to be resolved.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Object Locking: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the object. If you find a lock, you may need to wait for the other user to release it or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies: 
  
  Use transaction RSA1 to check the data model for inconsistencies. You can also use the "Check" function in the Data Warehousing Workbench to identify and resolve issues.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: 
  
  If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  Review the system configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in the BW system or consulting with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object: 
  
  If the object is corrupted and cannot be fixed, consider recreating it from scratch, if feasible.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSOS121 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW/BI for best practices in object maintenance and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.