/EACC/ACINST009 - Characteristic/key figure &1 is used in &2 and has not been unregistered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/ACINST -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Characteristic/key figure &1 is used in &2 and has not been unregistered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/ACINST009 - Characteristic/key figure &1 is used in &2 and has not been unregistered ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/ACINST009 indicates that a characteristic or key figure (denoted as &1) is still being used in a certain context (denoted as &2), but it has not been unregistered properly. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with data models, analytics, or planning applications.
  Cause:
  
  Unregistered Characteristic/Key Figure: The characteristic or key figure was intended to be unregistered or removed from a model, but it is still referenced in some other object (like a query, report, or data model).
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model or structure without properly updating all dependent objects can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata where the characteristic/key figure is still linked to other components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Identify where the characteristic/key figure is being used. You can do this by checking the data model, queries, or reports that reference it.
  Unregister Properly: Ensure that you unregister the characteristic/key figure from all dependent objects before attempting to remove it. This may involve:
  
  Editing the data model to remove references.
  Updating any queries or reports that utilize the characteristic/key figure.
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh: After making changes, it may be necessary to rebuild or refresh the data model or the associated objects to ensure that all references are updated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are working.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about where the issue is occurring, which can provide insights into what needs to be fixed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for managing characteristics and key figures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to data modeling in SAP BW or SAC to better understand how to manage characteristics and key figures effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your data model is functioning correctly.