How To Fix SMOIWS001 - Cannot delete an active WS connection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMOIWS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Cannot delete an active WS connection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMOIWS001 - Cannot delete an active WS connection ?

  The SAP error message SMOIWS001: Cannot delete an active WS connection typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a Web Service (WS) connection that is currently active or in use. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to remove a web service connection from the SAP system while it is still being utilized by an application or process.
  Cause:
  
  Active Connection: The primary cause of this error is that the web service connection you are trying to delete is currently active. This means that there are ongoing transactions or processes that are utilizing this connection.
  Session Lock: There may be a session lock or a transaction that is preventing the deletion of the connection.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings that are not allowing the deletion of the connection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Connections:
  
  Use transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) to check if there are any active connections using the web service you are trying to delete.
  Ensure that no applications or processes are currently using the connection.
  
  
  
  Terminate Active Sessions:
  
  If you find any active sessions or processes using the connection, you may need to terminate them. This can be done through transaction SM50 (Process Overview) or SM66 (Global Process Overview) to identify and stop the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the connection is being used for a long-running process, you may need to wait until that process completes before attempting to delete the connection again.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the deletion. If you find locks related to the web service connection, you may need to release them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the web service connection are correct and that there are no restrictions preventing deletion.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering connections or locks that are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM50: Process Overview
  SM66: Global Process Overview
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing web service connections and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to web service connections and this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.