How To Fix DO767 - Index &-& already has no source; deletion on DB will not be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 767

• Message text: Index &-& already has no source; deletion on DB will not be executed

What causes this issue?

An index with a deletion request already has no Dictionary sources any
longer.

System Response

The index will not be deleted on the database.

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

When importing Enhancement Packages or Support Packages, or during an
upgrade, it is possible that the deletion requests are for objects that
are already deleted. It is possible that a deletion was already imported
with a package; however, a later upgrate contains this deletion.
In the case of 15 or 16 digit table names, database indexes are created
with only 2 or 1-digit names in order to adhere to the database
restrictions for table names. Now, if there is already a new index for a
table and the first two positions or the first position of the name
matches a name to be deleted, the name of the index on the database
corresonds fully to the name to be deleted. In this case, one would end
up deleting a current index if one were to perform the deletion.

How to fix this error?

No further actions are necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO767 - Index &-& already has no source; deletion on DB will not be executed ?

  The SAP error message DO767 indicates that there is an issue with a database index that is no longer associated with a source. This typically occurs when an index is marked for deletion but cannot be removed from the database because it has already been disassociated from its source.
  Cause:
  
  Index Deletion: The index in question has been marked for deletion, but the system has determined that it no longer has a valid source. This can happen if the underlying data structure has changed or if the index was manually deleted or altered in a way that left it orphaned.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to the underlying tables or structures that the index was associated with, can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent State: The system may be in an inconsistent state due to previous operations that did not complete successfully, leaving the index in a state where it cannot be properly managed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Index Status: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check the status of the index and the associated database table. Ensure that the index is indeed marked for deletion and verify its current state.
  Rebuild or Drop the Index: If the index is no longer needed, you can manually drop it using the appropriate SQL commands or through the SAP interface. If it is needed, consider rebuilding it.
  Database Utility: Use the Database Utility (transaction SE14) to check for inconsistencies in the database and to perform any necessary repairs. This tool can help you synchronize the database with the data dictionary.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the index in other parts of the system. If there are, you may need to address those before proceeding with deletion.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing database objects.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for your specific version to understand how indexes are managed and any changes that may have been introduced in recent updates.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this error is affecting production systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO767 error and restore proper functionality to your SAP system.