How To Fix /UI5/LREP_IMPORT002 - App descriptor of &1 could not be deleted from layered repository

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/LREP_IMPORT -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: App descriptor of &1 could not be deleted from layered repository

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/LREP_IMPORT002 - App descriptor of &1 could not be deleted from layered repository ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/LREP_IMPORT002 indicates that there was an issue with deleting an app descriptor from the layered repository (LREP) in the SAP UI5 framework. This error typically arises during operations that involve importing or managing UI5 applications, particularly when dealing with the app descriptor files (manifest.json) in the LREP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the app descriptor from the LREP.
  Locked Objects: The app descriptor might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Corrupted Data: There could be corruption in the LREP data that is preventing the deletion of the app descriptor.
  Inconsistent State: The LREP might be in an inconsistent state due to previous failed operations or incomplete transactions.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the LREP service itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to perform delete operations in the LREP.
  Unlock Objects: If the app descriptor is locked, identify the process or user that has locked it and resolve the lock.
  System Check: Perform a system check to ensure that there are no ongoing issues with the SAP system or the LREP service.
  Clear Cache: Sometimes, clearing the cache of the UI5 application or the browser can help resolve issues related to stale data.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /UI5/LREP to access the LREP management tools and check for inconsistencies or errors.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue with the LREP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for UI5 and LREP to understand the expected behavior and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and shared their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the app descriptor in the layered repository.