How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_SRVD207 - Service Definition &1 is still used and cannot be deleted

SDDIC_ADT_SRVD207 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_SRVD - Messages for Service Definition Design Time

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Service Definition &1 is still used and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to delete a Service Definition. The object can only
be deleted if there are no Service Bindings (R3TR/SRVB) or Service
Consumption Models (R3TR/SRVC) that use this object.

How to fix this error?

Use the ABAP Where-used List to find where the Service Definition is
still being used and remove these usages before deleting the object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVD207 - Service Definition &1 is still used and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_SRVD207 indicates that a service definition (denoted as &1) is still in use and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when you attempt to delete a service definition that is still being referenced by other components or applications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The service definition is actively being used by one or more applications, which prevents its deletion.
  Service Binding: The service may be bound to a specific service or application, making it necessary to remove those bindings before deletion.
  Dependent Objects: There may be dependent objects, such as service implementations or other configurations, that rely on the service definition.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error and successfully delete the service definition, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Services:
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check if the service is still active. If it is, you will need to deactivate it first.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Service:
  
  In the service maintenance screen, find