How To Fix SAPC_MESSAGE004 - Deletion of APC ICF service &1 is not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Deletion of APC ICF service &1 is not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPC_MESSAGE004 - Deletion of APC ICF service &1 is not possible. ?

  The SAP error message "SAPC_MESSAGE004: Deletion of APC ICF service &1 is not possible" typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete an Internet Communication Framework (ICF) service that is either in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The ICF service you are trying to delete is currently being used by one or more applications or users.
  Dependencies: There may be other services or components that depend on the ICF service you are attempting to delete.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the service may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Configuration Issues: The service may be part of a configuration that is not allowing it to be deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Usage:
  
  Use transaction code SICF to navigate to the ICF service you want to delete.
  Check if the service is active. If it is, deactivate it first before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any other services or applications that depend on the service you are trying to delete. You can use transaction SICF to view the hierarchy and dependencies of ICF services.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete ICF services. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction SICF to manage ICF services. You can deactivate the service and then attempt to delete it.
  If you are unable to delete it through the standard interface, you may need to use transaction SE80 or SE37 to check for any custom logic that might be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help if the service is stuck in an active state due to a session or process that has not released it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICF Services: The Internet Communication Framework (ICF) is a framework in SAP that allows for the integration of web-based services and applications.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: Manage ICF services.
  SE80: Object Navigator, useful for checking related objects.
  SE37: Function Module, to check for any custom logic related to the service.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on ICF services and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.