Unable to delete/modify object because it is referenced by other database objects
Symptoms
When you attempt to delete an object or make certain modifications, one of these error messages may appear.
Cause
Objects in Alloy Navigator are interconnected. This error occurs when an object is referenced by other objects via their fields. For example, if
Objects with such dependencies cannot be deleted directly.
Resolution
To delete an object with dependencies, you must first identify and remove all references to it. In the example above, if you want to delete a person record linked to a computer record via its Owner field, you can either reassign the computer to a new owner or clear the Owner field.
Deletion restrictions apply only when other objects directly reference the current object via their fields. For example, assets reference persons through the Owner field, or tickets reference
TIP: Object deletion is not a standard practice in Alloy Navigator. Typically, the lifecycle of an object ends with it being marked as inactive. This approach helps preserve the integrity of related data and ensures that links between objects are not disrupted. Instead of deleting an object, consider marking it as inactive. For example, rather than deleting a record for a disposed computer, you can mark it as "retired."