How To Fix SO2_TOOL175 - Could not automatically delete the SICF node for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO2_TOOL - Messages for OXYGEN Page Editor

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Could not automatically delete the SICF node for &1

What causes this issue?

The SICF node belonging to the BSP application could no longer be
deleted automatically.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Try to delete the node manually using the HTTP service maintenance
transaction (transaction SICF).

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO2_TOOL175 - Could not automatically delete the SICF node for &1 ?

  The SAP error message SO2_TOOL175 indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to automatically delete a SICF (SAP Internet Communication Framework) node. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  
  Node Dependency: The SICF node you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references that prevent it from being removed. For example, if there are active services or configurations linked to that node, the system will not allow deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the SICF node.
  
  
  System Lock: The node might be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport layer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction code SICF to check if there are any active services or dependencies linked to the node you are trying to delete. If there are, you may need to deactivate or delete those services first.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete SICF nodes. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Unlock the Node: If the node is locked, you may need to identify the user or process that is holding the lock. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  Manual Deletion: If the automatic deletion fails, you can try to delete the SICF node manually using transaction SICF. Navigate to the node and attempt to delete it directly.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  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 clear temporary issues that are preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SICF Transaction: This transaction is used to manage the Internet Communication Framework services in SAP. You can view, activate, deactivate, and delete services here.
  
  
  Authorization Objects: The relevant authorization objects for SICF operations include S_SERVICE and S_ICF.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.