ERROR

Unable to delete item. This data store item is registered in at least one server.

Last Published: February 27, 2026

Error Message

When attempting to delete a data store item in the ArcGIS Enterprise portal, the following error message is returned:

Error:
Unable to delete item. This data store item is registered in at least one server. Go to the Settings tab of this data store to deselect all federated servers.
The error message.

Cause

The data store item is stored on a federated server.

Solution or Workaround

Remove the federated server from the data store before deleting the data store item. Refer to Portal for ArcGIS: Add or remove a server for instructions.

Article ID: 000031355

Software:
  • Portal for ArcGIS
  • ArcGIS Enterprise

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