How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE109 - Node cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Node cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a folder and all subnodes of the folder.

System Response

This action is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete all subnodes, you have to delete each one
separately.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE109 - Node cannot be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE109: Node cannot be deleted:
  
  Error Message
  WSD_MESSAGE109: Node cannot be deleted
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) scenarios when you attempt to delete a node (such as a step, activity, or container element) that is currently in use or referenced elsewhere. Common causes include:
  
  The node is part of an active or released workflow template.
  The node is linked to other workflow elements or dependencies.
  The node is referenced in workflow container elements or conditions.
  The node is locked or protected due to system or user authorizations.
  The node is part of a workflow version that is currently in use or has active instances.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Status:
  
  Ensure the workflow template is not active or released. You may need to switch it to a change mode or create a new version before deleting nodes.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Verify if