How To Fix SCBO_MODEL051 - Business objects with draft cannot be detached. Publish the object first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCBO_MODEL - Custom Business Objects: Model Errors

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Business objects with draft cannot be detached. Publish the object first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCBO_MODEL051 - Business objects with draft cannot be detached. Publish the object first. ?

  The SAP error message SCBO_MODEL051 indicates that you are trying to detach a business object (such as a report, dashboard, or other content) that is currently in a draft state. In SAP BusinessObjects, objects can be saved in a draft state while they are being edited, and they cannot be detached until they are published.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the object you are trying to detach has not been published yet. In BusinessObjects, when an object is in draft mode, it means that it has unsaved changes or is still being worked on. The system prevents detaching such objects to ensure that any changes are not lost or left in an incomplete state.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to publish the object before attempting to detach it. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Business Object: Navigate to the object in the BusinessObjects interface that you want to publish.
  
  
  Publish the Object:
  
  If you are using the Central Management Console (CMC), find the object in the list, right-click on it, and select the option to publish or save it.
  If you are using the Web Intelligence or another tool, look for a "Publish" or "Save" option in the menu.
  
  
  
  Confirm Publishing: Follow any prompts to confirm that you want to publish the object. This will save the current state of the object and make it available for detachment.
  
  
  Detach the Object: Once the object is published, you should be able to detach it without encountering the SCBO_MODEL051 error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Draft Mode: Understand that draft mode is a temporary state for objects that allows users to make changes without affecting the published version. It is a good practice to regularly publish your work to avoid losing changes.
  
  
  Version Control: Familiarize yourself with version control practices in BusinessObjects. Publishing creates a new version of the object, which can be useful for tracking changes over time.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to publish objects in your BusinessObjects environment. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your system administrator.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BusinessObjects documentation for more detailed information on managing objects, including publishing and detaching processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCBO_MODEL051 error and manage your business objects effectively.