How To Fix WS_TOOL418 - Error while determining dependent objects: Deletion was terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Error while determining dependent objects: Deletion was terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL418 - Error while determining dependent objects: Deletion was terminated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL418 Error while determining dependent objects: Deletion was terminated
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the deletion of objects (such as workflows, tasks, or other repository objects) in SAP when the system tries to determine dependent objects but encounters an issue that causes the deletion process to terminate prematurely.
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or incomplete dependency data: The system cannot correctly identify all dependent objects due to missing or corrupted dependency links.
  Authorization issues: The user performing the deletion lacks the necessary authorizations to access or delete dependent objects.
  Locked or in-use objects: Some dependent objects are locked or currently in use, preventing their deletion.
  Technical inconsistencies: Database inconsistencies or transport-related issues affecting the object dependencies.
  Custom enhancements or modifications: Custom code or enhancements interfering with the standard dependency determination logic.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WS_TOOL418 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the required authorizations to delete the object and all its dependent objects.
  Typical authorization objects