How To Fix S_UNIFIED_CON_API074 - Could not delete RFC service &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_UNIFIED_CON_API - Messages for API for Unified Connectivity

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Could not delete RFC service &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API074 - Could not delete RFC service &1 ?

  The SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API074 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to delete an RFC (Remote Function Call) service. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Service Not Found: The specified RFC service does not exist or has already been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the RFC service may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Active Connections: There may be active connections or sessions using the RFC service, preventing its deletion.
  System Lock: The system might be in a state where it is locked or undergoing maintenance, which can prevent changes to RFC services.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that are causing the deletion to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Service Existence: Check if the RFC service you are trying to delete actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SM59 for RFC destinations) and confirming the service is listed.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete RFC services. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  Disconnect Active Sessions: If there are active connections using the RFC service, you may need to disconnect them before attempting to delete the service. You can check for active connections in transaction SM04 or SM50.
  
  
  System Status: Ensure that the SAP system is not in a locked state or undergoing maintenance. If it is, you may need to wait until the maintenance is complete.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about why the deletion failed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to RFC services and the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have specific insights or patches available for your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM59 (RFC Destinations), SM21 (System Log), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RFC services and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  System Documentation: Review your system's documentation for any custom configurations that might affect RFC services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully delete the RFC service.