>>> successfully re-imported it using the command "repctl importrepository json_file=''". However, when I export again to validate if SAP is deleted, SAP SAPB reappears.
>>>> Did i miss something ?
Yes. You missed my reply which explains import uses merge semantics. New items added, existing items replaced, old items stay.
That's why I early on suggested you may have to go in with a sqlite tool for object removal.
You might also be able to go back to an old version and delete with the gui. Ideally you could indicate/cheat for the repository upgrade NOT to happen, delete, and allow the repository upgrade after that.
