How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY059 - Errors occurred on deleting Building Block &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Errors occurred on deleting Building Block &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY059 - Errors occurred on deleting Building Block &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY059 indicates that there were errors encountered while trying to delete a Building Block (BB) in the SAP system. Building Blocks are components used in various SAP applications, particularly in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Dependencies: The Building Block you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references in other objects or configurations, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the Building Block may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Lock: The Building Block might be locked by another process or user, which can prevent deletion.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues or inconsistencies that need to be resolved before the Building Block can be deleted.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the Building Block for any dependencies or references in other configurations. You may need to remove or modify these dependencies before attempting to delete the Building Block again.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the Building Block. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Unlock the Building Block: If the Building Block is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the lock. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity Issues: Investigate any data integrity issues that may be preventing the deletion. This may involve running consistency checks or reviewing logs for errors.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Building Blocks and their management to understand the implications of deleting them.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.