How To Fix CM_SERVICE_ADMIN306 - Server service &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SERVICE_ADMIN - Service Administration

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Server service &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete the server service &V1& that has not registered
in the local SAP system (&V2&). You can only use service administration
to delete services that have registered on the same SAP system.

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?

To delete the server service, log on to the SAP system on which the
server service has registered.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN306 - Server service &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN306 indicates that a specific server service (denoted as &1) cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of managing services in the SAP system landscape, particularly when using the SAP NetWeaver Administrator or similar tools.
  Causes:
  
  Service Dependencies: The service you are trying to delete may have dependencies or be linked to other services that are currently active or in use.
  Active Connections: There may be active connections or sessions using the service, preventing its deletion.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user attempting to delete the service may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Configuration: The service might be part of a configuration that is required for the system to function properly, making it non-deletable.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs in the system that are preventing the deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the service dependencies and ensure that no other services are relying on the service you wish to delete. You may need to stop or delete those dependent 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.
  Review Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the service. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Check Configuration: Review the system configuration to determine if the service is essential for the operation of the system. If it is, consider whether you really need to delete it.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the deletion is failing.
  Restart Services: Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire system can resolve temporary issues that prevent deletion.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on managing services and understanding service dependencies.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Administration: If you are not the system administrator, it may be necessary to involve them in resolving this issue, especially if it involves permissions or system configuration.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.