How To Fix DBMAN201 - The fact table cannot be locked for deletion

DBMAN201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 201

• Message text: The fact table cannot be locked for deletion

What causes this issue?

The fact table can not be blocked. This is the case when, for example,
other users are working with this InfoCube at the same time.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Make sure that no other user is working with this InfoCube. Then carry
out the deletion transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DBMAN201 - Details

• The SAP error message DBMAN201, which states "The fact table cannot be locked for deletion," typically occurs in the context of data management in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments. This error indicates that the system is unable to lock the fact table for deletion, which is necessary for performing certain operations, such as data deletion or data archiving.
  Causes:
  
  
  Active Processes: There may be active processes or transactions that are currently using the fact table, preventing it from being locked. This can include ongoing data loads, queries, or other operations that access the table.
  
  
  Database Locks: The database may have existing locks on the fact table due to other transactions or processes that are running concurrently.
  
  
  Long-Running Queries: If there are long-running queries or reports that are accessing the fact table, they can hold locks that prevent deletion.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the deletion may not have the necessary