How To Fix WFF_KW101 - &2 of &1 info objects could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_KW - Web Financials Forms: Knowledge Warehouse Connection

• Message number: 101

• Message text: &2 of &1 info objects could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_KW101 - &2 of &1 info objects could not be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFF_KW101 &2 of &1 info objects could not be deleted
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the deletion of InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message indicates that a certain number (&2) of InfoObjects out of the total (&1) could not be deleted.
  Common causes include:
  
  
  InfoObjects are in use:
  
  The InfoObjects you are trying to delete are still being referenced or used in other objects such as InfoProviders (InfoCubes, DSOs), queries, transformations, or process chains.
  
  
  InfoObjects are part of active data flows:
  
  They might be part of active data flows or transformations, preventing deletion.
  
  
  Authorization issues:
  
  The user attempting the deletion might not have sufficient authorization to delete these InfoObjects.
  
  
  Technical locks or inconsistencies:
  
  Sometimes, technical locks or inconsistencies in the BW metadata repository prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check dependencies:
  
  Use transaction RSDG_DEPENDENCY or the BW Modeling tools to check where the InfoObjects are used.
  Remove or adjust these dependencies before attempting deletion.
  
  
  
  Delete dependent objects first:
  
  If InfoObjects are part of InfoProviders or transformations, delete or adjust those objects first.
  For example, remove the InfoObject from the InfoCube or DSO.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete InfoObjects.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to your user.
  
  
  
  Use transaction RSD1:
  
  In RSD1, try to delete the InfoObject.
  If deletion is blocked, the system usually shows where the InfoObject is used.
  
  
  
  Check for locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the InfoObjects.
  Remove locks if they are stale and safe to delete.
  
  
  
  Use BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse):
  
  In newer BW versions, use BW Modeling tools to analyze and delete InfoObjects.
  The tools provide better dependency analysis.
  
  
  
  Transport requests:
  
  If InfoObjects are part of transport requests, ensure transports are properly imported or released.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes address issues related to InfoObject deletion.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  InfoObjects are the smallest building blocks in BW, representing characteristics, key figures, units, time characteristics, etc.
  Deleting InfoObjects is a sensitive operation because it can impact data integrity and reporting.
  Always perform deletions in a development or sandbox system first.
  Backup metadata and data before deletion.
  After deletion, perform consistency checks and activate affected objects.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error
  WFF_KW101 &2 of &1 info objects could not be deleted
  
  
  Cause
  InfoObjects are still in use, locked, or user lacks authorization
  
  
  Solution
  Check dependencies, remove references, ensure authorizations, delete dependent objects
  
  
  Tools
  RSDG_DEPENDENCY, RSD1, SM12, BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse)
  
  
  Precautions
  Backup data, test in dev system, check SAP Notes if needed
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact InfoObjects or context, I can help you with more specific steps.