How To Fix CNV723 - An error occurred during drop of table &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV - Conversion: Messages for Conversion Services (CNCC)

• Message number: 723

• Message text: An error occurred during drop of table &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV723 - An error occurred during drop of table &. ?

  The SAP error message CNV723 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to drop a database table during a conversion or migration process. This error typically arises in the context of data migration projects, especially when using SAP's tools for data conversion, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data transformation tools.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Table Dependencies: The table you are trying to drop may have dependencies, such as foreign key constraints or references from other tables, which prevent it from being dropped.
  
  
  Active Connections: There may be active connections or locks on the table, preventing it from being dropped.
  
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the drop command may not have the necessary permissions to drop the table.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues that need to be resolved before the table can be dropped.
  
  
  System Configuration: Certain system configurations or settings may prevent the operation from completing successfully.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 to check for any dependencies or foreign key constraints related to the table. If there are dependencies, you may need to drop or modify those first.
  
  
  Release Locks: Ensure that there are no active locks on the table. You can check for locks using transaction code SM12 and release any locks if necessary.
  
  
  Review Permissions: Verify that the user executing the drop command has the necessary permissions. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure the correct authorizations are in place.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are data integrity issues, resolve them before attempting to drop the table again. This may involve cleaning up data or correcting any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  Use Transaction SE14: If the table is a database table, you can use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to manage the table and attempt to drop it from there.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific tools you are using for data migration or conversion.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CNV723 error and implement a solution to successfully drop the table in question.