How To Fix WS_TOOL153 - Not all configurations may be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Not all configurations may be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL153 - Not all configurations may be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS_TOOL153: Not all configurations may be deleted:
  
  Error Message
  WS_TOOL153: Not all configurations may be deleted
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete one or more configurations in SAP Solution Manager (or related SAP tools like SAP Focused Build or SAP Solution Documentation), but some of the configurations cannot be deleted because:
  
  They are still assigned or linked to other objects (e.g., test cases, requirements, change documents).
  They are used in active projects or scenarios.
  They have dependencies or references that prevent deletion.
  The user does not have sufficient authorization to delete certain configurations.
  The configuration is part of a locked or released transport or change cycle.
  
  In other words, the system prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid orphaned references.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error and successfully delete the configurations, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Identify which configurations cannot be deleted and why.
  Use transaction or tool-specific reports to find linked