How To Fix WS_TOOL044 - This type is still in use and must be removed first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 044

• Message text: This type is still in use and must be removed first

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The following types uses are possible:
+,,Use as subtype in other types (for example, structure types in table
types).
+,,Use directly in the service interface.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL044 - This type is still in use and must be removed first ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS_TOOL044: "This type is still in use and must be removed first":
  
  Error Message
  WS_TOOL044: This type is still in use and must be removed first
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to delete or modify a data type (such as a structure, table type, or data element) in the ABAP Dictionary or in the context of Web Services or other development objects, but the system detects that the type is still being referenced or used by other objects.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The data type is used in function modules, programs, classes, or interfaces.
  The type is part of a Web Service definition or proxy.
  The type is referenced in other dictionary objects like tables, views, or other types.
  The type is used in an active Web Service or SOA scenario (e.g., in Enterprise Services Repository or Web Service tools).
  
  SAP prevents deletion or modification to avoid inconsistencies or