How To Fix WD098 - Data type &1 cannot be deleted (uses parameter &2)

WD098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Data type &1 cannot be deleted (uses parameter &2)

What causes this issue?

The data type cannot be deleted because it is still used by at least one
parameter.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD098 - Data type &1 cannot be deleted (uses parameter &2) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WD098 Data type &1 cannot be deleted (uses parameter &2)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete a data type in the Web Dynpro ABAP repository that is still being used by one or more parameters. The system prevents deletion to avoid inconsistencies or broken references in the application.
  
  &1 = Name of the data type you are trying to delete.
  &2 = Name of the parameter that is still using this data type.
  
  In other words, the data type is referenced by a parameter (e.g., in a method, interface, or context node), so it cannot be deleted until all references are removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify all references to the data type:
  
  Use the SAP Object Navigator (transaction SE80) or the Where-Used List (Shift+F3 or via menu) to find all objects that reference the data type.
  Specifically, look for parameters in methods, interfaces, or context nodes that use this data type.
  
  
  
  Remove or change the references:
  
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