How To Fix DB6702 - Not enough free space available

DB6702 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6 - DB6: Alert Monitoring and Alert Configuration

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Not enough free space available

Copied from DB6 701

What causes this issue?

Monitoring of current tablespace fill level

System Response

If a tablespace is full, it usually needs to be extended.
As an extension may be critical for performance, monitor the tablespace
fill level so you can schedule an extension early enough.

How to fix this error?

If an error occurs, extend the tablespace by extending the container or
adding new containers.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6702 - Not enough free space available ?

  The SAP error message DB6702 indicates that there is not enough free space available in the database to perform a certain operation, such as a data insert, update, or a database-related task. This can occur in various scenarios, including during data archiving, table growth, or when performing database maintenance tasks.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Disk Space: The most common cause is that the disk where the database files are stored is running low on space.
  Database Configuration: The database may not be configured to automatically extend its size when it reaches a certain limit.
  Large Data Volume: A sudden increase in data volume due to transactions, logs, or backups can lead to space exhaustion.
  Fragmentation: The database may be fragmented, leading to inefficient use of available space.
  Retention Policies: Data retention policies may not be properly configured, leading to accumulation of unnecessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Free Up Disk Space:
  
  Delete unnecessary files or move them to another storage location.
  Archive old data that