How To Fix RTC_MODEL_01015 - Model has been activated and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_MODEL_01 -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Model has been activated and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_MODEL_01015 - Model has been activated and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RTC_MODEL_01015 indicates that a model you are trying to delete has already been activated. In SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), once a model is activated, it cannot be deleted directly. This is a safeguard to prevent the loss of data integrity and ensure that activated models are preserved for reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the model you are attempting to delete has been activated. Activation typically means that the model is in use, and it has been published or made available for reporting purposes. 
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Deactivate the Model: 
  
  If the model is no longer needed, you may need to deactivate it first. Look for an option to deactivate or unpublish the model in the SAP Analytics Cloud interface.
  Note that deactivating a model may have implications for any reports or dashboards that rely on it.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies on the model. If other reports, stories, or models are using it, you may need to remove those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Delete Related Objects: 
  
  If the model is part of a larger project or has related objects (like stories or data connections), consider deleting or deactivating those first.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to deactivate the model or if you believe this is an error, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Model Activation: Understand the implications of activating a model in SAP Analytics Cloud. Activation typically means that the model is ready for use in reports and dashboards.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces these restrictions to maintain data integrity and ensure that users do not accidentally delete models that are in use.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on model management, activation, and deactivation processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RTC_MODEL_01015 error and manage your models effectively in SAP.