vSMF Release Session Procedure
This section provides details about the release session procedure for vSMF.

Step |
Description |
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1 |
The UE will initiate a release of the PDU session. |
2 |
The vSMF receives the release request response from the hSMF. |
3 |
The hSMF responds with a request to release the request in the form of a modify request with release indication set to true. |
4 |
The vSMF releases the PFCP session. |
5 |
The vSMF releases the charging session. |
6 |
The vSMF responds to the AMF with a 200 OK response message. |
7 |
The AMF responds with an N2 modification request. |
8 |
The vSMF responds to the request with a 200 OK response message. |
9 | The AMF sends an N1 modification request to the vSMF. |
10 |
The vSMF responds with a 200 OK message. |
11 |
The vSMF responds to the hSMF PDU session modification request. |
12 |
The vSMF forwards this notification to the AMF. |
13 |
The hSMF sends an Sm context status notification that the release is complete. |
14 | The vSMF acknowledges the receipt of the notification. |