How can I remove local virtual account in Cisco License On-Prem (CLP) deployment?

 
Updated July 30, 2026
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Introduction 

This document provides a step-by-step guide for editing a name of a local Virtual Account (VA) within the Cisco License On-Prem (CLP) portal. Local Virtual Accounts allow you to organize and manage your license inventory effectively within your On-Prem deployment. 

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Prerequisites 

Before you start, ensure that you have the following: 

  • A Cisco Smart Account. 
  • A valid Cisco.com (CCO) User ID and password with access to the relevant Smart or Virtual Account. 
  • Access to Cisco License On-Prem (CLP) Portal. 

Steps 

Step 1: Access the Cisco License On-Prem (CLP) portal at: https://<IP_Address>:8443/admin/#/mainview. 

Step 2: Navigate to the Licensing workspace from the left-hand menu. 

Step 3: Select the appropriate On-Prem Account from the On-Prem Account tab. 

Step 4: Once the account is selected, additional tabs will appear in the left-hand menu. Navigate to the On-Prem Account Management Tab. 

Step 5: Select the Local Virtual Account Tab under On-Prem Account Management. 

Step 6: Select the Local Virtual Account you want to remove, then click the three-dot menu in the rightmost column of the corresponding row. 

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Note: The selected Local Virtual Account must be empty and must not contain any assigned licenses or devices. Before deleting the account, transfer any associated licenses and devices to another Local Virtual Account.

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Step 7: From the drop-down menu, select Remove. 

Step Results: The selected Local Virtual Account is successfully removed. 

 

Troubleshooting 

For External Customer/Partner Use Only: Follow these instructions to resolve your issue. If you need further assistance, please initiate a request for License Support via Cisco Support Case Manager.