How To Fix SKWT_MESSAGES117 - Attribute deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWT_MESSAGES - Messages for SKWF tests

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Attribute deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWT_MESSAGES117 - Attribute deleted ?

  The SAP error message SKWT_MESSAGES117, which states "Attribute deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or master data management, particularly when dealing with characteristics or attributes in a data model or InfoObject.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  An attribute that is being referenced in a query, report, or data model has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data model where the attribute was previously defined but has since been removed.
  The attribute might have been deleted in a transport request that was moved to the production environment, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SKWT_MESSAGES117 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Model: 
  
  Verify if the attribute in question still exists in the data model or InfoObject. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Attribute:
  
  If the attribute was deleted unintentionally, you may need to recreate it in the InfoObject or data model.
  
  
  
  Update Queries/Reports:
  
  If the attribute is no longer needed, you may need to update any queries or reports that reference this attribute to remove or replace it with a valid attribute.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the deletion was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly applied and that all necessary objects are included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependent objects or queries that might be affected by the deletion of the attribute. You may need to adjust these objects accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand why the attribute was deleted and if it was part of a planned change.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSO2 (Query Designer) to navigate and manage InfoObjects and queries.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SKWT_MESSAGES117 error and implement a suitable solution.