How To Fix /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK009 - Descriptor or variant &1 is still referenced by changes e.g. &2&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Descriptor or variant &1 is still referenced by changes e.g. &2&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK009 - Descriptor or variant &1 is still referenced by changes e.g. &2&3 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK009 indicates that a descriptor or variant (identified by &1) is still being referenced by changes, such as a UI5 application or configuration, which are indicated by &2&3. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or UI5 applications when you are trying to delete or modify a variant or descriptor that is still in use.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The descriptor or variant you are trying to delete or modify is still being referenced by other objects or configurations in the system.
  Inconsistent State: There may be an inconsistency in the system where the variant is not properly detached from the objects that reference it.
  User Sessions: Sometimes, user sessions or transactions may still be using the variant, preventing its modification or deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify References: Check where the descriptor or variant is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the application configurations.
  Checking for any active user sessions that might be using the variant.
  Using transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to find references in the ABAP Dictionary or in the UI5 application structure.
  
  
  
  Remove References: Once you identify the references, you need to:
  
  Update or delete the configurations that are using the descriptor or variant.
  Ensure that no active user sessions are using the variant. You may need to log out users or terminate sessions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation: After ensuring that all references are removed, try to delete or modify the descriptor or variant again.
  
  
  Check for Locks: If the issue persists, check for any locks on the object using transaction SM12 to see if there are any locks that might be preventing the operation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the descriptor or variant in your SAP system.