How To Fix UJT_EXCEPTION017 - Failed to delete dimension

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJT_EXCEPTION - BPC: Transports Message Class

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Failed to delete dimension

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJT_EXCEPTION017 - Failed to delete dimension ?

  The SAP error message UJT_EXCEPTION017: Failed to delete dimension typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics Cloud when there is an issue with deleting a dimension from a model or a data source. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The dimension you are trying to delete may be used in other objects, such as reports, queries, or other dimensions. If there are dependencies, the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Permissions: The user attempting to delete the dimension may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action. 
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model itself, such as corruption or inconsistencies that prevent the deletion.
  
  
  Active Sessions: If there are active sessions or processes that are using the dimension, it may not be possible to delete it until those sessions are closed.
  
  
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the software