How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING201 - Unable to delete the schema as it is used in other report definitions.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Unable to delete the schema as it is used in other report definitions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING201 - Unable to delete the schema as it is used in other report definitions. ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING201 indicates that you are trying to delete a schema that is currently being referenced in other report definitions. This is a common issue when working with SAP BusinessObjects or similar reporting tools where schemas are used to define the structure of data sources.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the schema you are attempting to delete is still in use by one or more reports or data sources. This could happen if:
  
  The schema is linked to existing reports, universes, or data connections.
  There are dependencies that have not been resolved, meaning that other objects rely on the schema for their functionality.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which reports or objects are using the schema. You can do this by reviewing the report definitions or using tools within SAP to analyze dependencies.
  In some SAP environments, there are tools or features that allow you to view dependencies directly.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update References:
  
  Once you have identified the reports or objects that are using the schema, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the references to the schema from those reports.
  Update the reports to use a different schema if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Schema:
  
  After ensuring that no reports or objects are using the schema, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it’s a good practice to test the reports that were previously using the schema to ensure they still function correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BusinessObjects documentation for more detailed information on managing schemas and dependencies.
  Version Specifics: The steps may vary slightly depending on the version of SAP you are using, so ensure you are consulting the correct version of the documentation.
  Backup: Always consider backing up your reports and schemas before making significant changes, especially deletions.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRF_AUTHORING201 error and successfully delete the schema.