How To Fix EI426 - &1: deletion of table &2 was unsuccessful or only partially successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 426

• Message text: &1: deletion of table &2 was unsuccessful or only partially successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI426 - &1: deletion of table &2 was unsuccessful or only partially successful ?

  The SAP error message EI426 indicates that there was an issue with the deletion of a table in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The table you are trying to delete may have foreign key relationships with other tables. If there are dependent records in related tables, the deletion will fail.
  Data Locking: Another process might be locking the table or the records within it, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database corruption or inconsistencies.
  Incomplete Deletion: The deletion process may have been interrupted, leading to a partial deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Constraints: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for foreign key relationships. Ensure that all dependent records in related tables are deleted or handled before attempting to delete the target table.
  
  
  
  Release Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for and release any locks on the table or records that may be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors: 
  
  Review system logs (transaction code SM21) and short dumps (transaction code ST22) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Manual Cleanup: 
  
  If the deletion was only partially successful, you may need to manually clean up any remaining data or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing deletion operations, especially in production environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EI426 error and implement a solution to resolve it.