How To Fix /IWFND/MED201 - Service can only be deleted in original system '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/MED -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Service can only be deleted in original system '&1'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/MED201 - Service can only be deleted in original system '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/MED201 Service can only be deleted in original system '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway services, particularly when you are trying to delete a service that was created in a different system (e.g., a development system) than the one you are currently working in (e.g., a production or quality assurance system).
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the service you are trying to delete is not allowed to be deleted in the current system because it was originally created in another system. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental deletion of services that may be in use or have dependencies in the original system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Original System: Check the error message for the name of the original system (denoted as '&1'). This is the system where the service was created.
  
  
  Access the Original System: Log into the original system where the service was created. You will need the appropriate authorizations to delete the service.
  
  
  Delete the Service: In the original system, navigate to the relevant transaction (usually /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for managing OData services) and delete the service from there.
  
  
  Transport Changes (if applicable): If you need to delete the service in other systems (like production), ensure that you follow your organization's transport management procedures. You may need to create a transport request to carry out the deletion in other systems.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before deleting, ensure that the service is not being used by any applications or other services to avoid breaking functionality.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Service Management: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Gateway service management transactions, especially /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE, which is used to manage OData services.
  Transport Management: Understand how transports work in your SAP landscape, especially if you are working in a multi-system environment (Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete services in the original system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing OData services and the implications of deleting services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your OData services effectively.