How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG676 - Folder '&1' is not empty and therefore cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Folder '&1' is not empty and therefore cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG676 - Folder '&1' is not empty and therefore cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG676 indicates that a specific folder (denoted by &1) cannot be deleted because it is not empty. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Request Management (ChaRM) or Transport Management System (TMS) when attempting to delete a folder that contains objects or subfolders.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the folder you are trying to delete contains files, subfolders, or other objects. SAP does not allow the deletion of non-empty folders to prevent accidental loss of data.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the folder is empty before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check Folder Contents:
  
  Navigate to the folder in question and check its contents. You can do this through the SAP GUI or the relevant transaction code (e.g., SE01 for transport requests).
  
  
  
  Delete Contents:
  
  If the folder contains files or subfolders, you will need to delete them first. Make sure to review the contents to ensure that you do not delete anything important.
  You can delete files or subfolders individually or, if supported, select multiple items for deletion.
  
  
  
  Confirm Deletion:
  
  After ensuring that the folder is empty, attempt to delete the folder again. The deletion should now proceed without errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If you are still unable to delete the folder, check if there are any locks on the folder or its contents. Sometimes, other users or processes may have locks that prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the folder and its contents. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE01 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Workbench Organizer), and SE10 (Customizing Organizer) for managing transport requests and folders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Change Request Management and Transport Management for best practices on managing folders and transport requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the folder in question.