How To Fix AD817 - Delete database index for &-&

AD817 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Delete database index for &-&

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

How to fix this error?

The index can be deleted with the function 'Delete DB secondary index'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD817 - Delete database index for &-& ?

  The SAP error message AD817, which states "Delete database index for &-&", typically occurs when there is an issue with the database index in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in the database, issues with the data dictionary, or problems during the transport of objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Database Index: The index may be corrupted or inconsistent with the underlying data.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes in the data dictionary that are not reflected in the database can lead to this error.
  Database Maintenance: Regular maintenance tasks may not have been performed, leading to index issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Delete and Recreate the Index:
  
  Use transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to delete the problematic index.
  After deletion, you can recreate the index by using the same transaction or by executing the relevant program that