How To Fix CU835 - Profile & for model service spec. & is in use and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 835

• Message text: Profile & for model service spec. & is in use and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Profile &V1& has already been used to configure the
<DS:GLOS.model_service_specifications>model service specifications</>
so you cannot delete the profile.

System Response

The system checks whether the profile has been used in this way. If it
has, you cannot delete the profile for configurable model service
specification &V2&.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the profile for the model service specification,
you must delete the configurations first.

Do you want to see the configurations? <DS:REPO.RCCUCLVX>Yes</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU835 - Profile & for model service spec. & is in use and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CU835 indicates that a profile (in this case, a model service specification) is currently in use and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration management, particularly when dealing with service specifications, profiles, or other configuration objects that are linked to active processes or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The profile or model service specification is currently being used in one or more active transactions, processes, or configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent deletion.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP has a locking mechanism to prevent changes to objects that are currently in use to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the profile or model service specification is being used. You can do this by checking:
  
  Transaction logs
  Configuration settings
  Any active processes that reference the profile
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Unlink: If possible, deactivate or unlink the profile from the active transactions or processes. This may involve:
  
  Changing the configuration to use a different profile.
  Completing or canceling any transactions that are currently using the profile.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Review any dependencies that may exist. You may need to remove or modify these dependencies before you can delete the profile.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes to check for usage:
  
  CU50: Display/change model
  CU51: Display/change service specification
  CU02: Change profile
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling profiles and service specifications.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the CU835 error.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context on why the profile is in use.
  User Permissions: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the profiles and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CU835 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.