How To Fix SCBO_DEPENDENCY_CHK015 - Node &1 is used by a user-specific draft of &2 &3(&4).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCBO_DEPENDENCY_CHK - Dependency Check messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Node &1 is used by a user-specific draft of &2 &3(&4).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCBO_DEPENDENCY_CHK015 - Node &1 is used by a user-specific draft of &2 &3(&4). ?

  The SAP error message SCBO_DEPENDENCY_CHK015 indicates that a specific node (identified by &1) is being used in a user-specific draft of a business object (identified by &2 &3 with the key &4). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Object processing, where drafts or versions of business objects are being managed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to perform an operation (like deletion or modification) on a node that is currently being referenced in a user-specific draft. This means that the node is locked or in use, preventing the operation from being completed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User-Specific Drafts: Identify if there are any active drafts for the business object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or application where the drafts are managed.
  
  
  Delete or Release Drafts: If you find that there are user-specific drafts that are no longer needed, you can delete or release them. This will free up the node for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Consult with Users: If the draft is still needed, consult with the user who created the draft to determine if they can finalize or delete it.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the node that might be preventing the operation. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: If the node is part of a larger dependency chain, review the dependencies to understand the impact of any changes you want to make.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the session may help clear temporary issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Items by Frequency
  SWI2_DURA: Work Items by Duration
  SWI3: Work Item Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that might address this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Business Objects and Draft Management for more context on how drafts are handled and best practices for managing them.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCBO_DEPENDENCY_CHK015 error and continue with your operations in SAP.