How To Fix DBMAN651 - DB2/UDB: DB statistics could not be created for table &1. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 651

• Message text: DB2/UDB: DB statistics could not be created for table &1. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN651 - DB2/UDB: DB statistics could not be created for table &1. &2 ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN651 indicates that database statistics could not be created for a specific table in a DB2/UDB database. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Insufficient Privileges: The user executing the command may not have the necessary permissions to create statistics on the specified table.
  Table Locking: The table might be locked by another process, preventing the creation of statistics.
  Database Corruption: There could be issues with the database itself, such as corruption or inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the DB2 database that are preventing the creation of statistics.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) could hinder the operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Privileges:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create statistics on the table. You may need to grant the appropriate privileges.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use DB2 commands to check if the table is locked. You can use the LIST APPLICATIONS command to see if there are any active transactions that might be locking the table.
  
  
  
  Database Integrity Check:
  
  Run a database integrity check to ensure there are no corruption issues. You can use the db2dart utility for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the DB2 configuration settings to ensure that they are set correctly for your environment. Look for any parameters that might affect statistics creation.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Ensure that the system has enough resources (CPU, memory, disk space) available. You can monitor system performance using tools like db2top or system monitoring tools.
  
  
  
  Recreate Statistics:
  
  If the issue persists, you may try to drop and recreate the statistics for the table manually using the RUNSTATS command.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DB2 Documentation: Refer to the official IBM DB2 documentation for detailed information on managing statistics and troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  DB2 Command Reference: Familiarize yourself with DB2 commands such as RUNSTATS, LIST TABLES, and LIST LOCKS to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your database administrator or SAP support for further assistance.