How To Fix ERP_MKTTG_XPRA018 - Renaming of database table from &1 to &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_MKTTG_XPRA - Messages for XPRA ERP_MKTTG_XPRA

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Renaming of database table from &1 to &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERP_MKTTG_XPRA018 - Renaming of database table from &1 to &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message ERP_MKTTG_XPRA018 indicates that there was a failure in renaming a database table from one name (&1) to another (&2) during an upgrade or a system modification process. This error typically occurs during the execution of an SAP transport or during the execution of a program that is intended to modify the database schema.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another process, preventing the rename operation from completing.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to rename database objects.
  Database Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other dependencies that prevent the renaming of the table.
  Existing Table with Target Name: A table with the target name (&2) may already exist in the database, causing a conflict.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or manually release the locks if appropriate.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to rename database tables.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any foreign key constraints or dependencies that need to be addressed before renaming the table. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the table structure and dependencies.
  Ensure Target Table Does Not Exist: Check if a table with the target name already exists. If it does, you may need to drop it or rename it before proceeding.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the rename operation failed.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to ensure there are no underlying issues that could be causing the problem.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SLG1 (Application Log), and SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Upgrade Documentation: If this error occurred during an upgrade, refer to the upgrade documentation for any specific steps or prerequisites that may have been missed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ERP_MKTTG_XPRA018 error message.