How To Fix RY105 - You cannot delete the highest elementary transaction

RY105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 105

• Message text: You cannot delete the highest elementary transaction

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete the highest elementary transaction in the
hierarchy depiction of the generic transaction. This is not permitted.
However, you can change the transaction form of the highest elementary
transction, but only if the hierarchy does not contain any other
elementary transactions.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY105 - You cannot delete the highest elementary transaction ?

  The SAP error message RY105, which states "You cannot delete the highest elementary transaction," typically occurs in the context of transaction management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the configuration of transaction codes or when trying to delete a transaction that is considered essential or foundational.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy of Transactions: In SAP, transactions are often organized in a hierarchy. The "highest elementary transaction" refers to a transaction that serves as a parent or primary transaction in this hierarchy. Deleting such a transaction can disrupt the structure and functionality of related transactions.
  Dependencies: Other transactions may depend on the highest elementary transaction. Deleting it could lead to inconsistencies or errors in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete certain transactions, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete a transaction, check if there are any dependent transactions or objects. You can use transaction codes like