How To Fix DB6PM228 - Already assigned storage path cannot be removed

DB6PM228 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Already assigned storage path cannot be removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM228 - Already assigned storage path cannot be removed ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM228 indicates that there is an attempt to remove a storage path that is already assigned to a database or a storage system. This typically occurs in the context of database management, particularly when dealing with database storage paths in SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You try to delete or modify a storage path that is currently in use or assigned to a database.
  The storage path is linked to existing data or configurations, making it impossible to remove without first disassociating it from the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments: Verify which database or storage system is currently using the storage path. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Disassociate the Storage Path:
  
  If the storage path is assigned to a database, you will need to disassociate it first. This can usually be done through the database management