How To Fix CM_SERVICE_ADMIN305 - Management service &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SERVICE_ADMIN - Service Administration

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Management service &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Management services cannot be removed using service administration.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delete the management service directly on the respective computer.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN305 - Management service &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN305 indicates that a management service cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Central Management Console (CMC) or when managing services in the SAP BusinessObjects environment. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Service Dependencies: The service you are trying to delete may have dependencies on other services. If other services rely on it, the system will prevent deletion to maintain integrity.
  
  
  Active Connections: There may be active connections or sessions using the service, which can prevent it from being deleted.
  
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user account attempting to delete the service may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  
  Service State: The service might be in a state that does not allow deletion, such as being in a "starting" or "stopping" state.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or corruption in the service management settings.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies of the service you are trying to delete. Ensure that no other services are dependent on it. If there are dependencies, you may need to stop or delete those services first.
  
  
  Terminate Active Sessions: Ensure that there are no active sessions or connections using the service. You may need to terminate these sessions before attempting to delete the service.
  
  
  Verify Permissions: Check the permissions of the user account you are using. Ensure that it has the necessary rights to delete the service. You may need to log in as an administrator or a user with higher privileges.
  
  
  Service State: Check the current state of the service. If it is not in a "stopped" state, try stopping it first before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  Restart the Management Console: Sometimes, simply restarting the Central Management Console or the server can resolve temporary issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review the logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context on why the deletion is failing.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect a deeper configuration issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of SAP BusinessObjects or the Central Management Console for detailed instructions on managing services.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  System Administration Guides: Review system administration guides for best practices on managing services within your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.