How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN018 - Could not delete attributes from table/view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Could not delete attributes from table/view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN018 - Could not delete attributes from table/view &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN018 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete attributes from a table or view in the SAP HANA database. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP HANA modeling environments.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Dependencies: The attributes you are trying to delete may be in use or referenced by other objects, such as views, procedures, or other database objects.
  Permissions: The user executing the delete operation may not have the necessary permissions to modify the table or view.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be constraints or rules in place that prevent the deletion of certain attributes.
  Active Sessions: There might be active sessions or transactions that are locking the table or view, preventing modifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or SQL commands to check for dependencies on the attributes you are trying to delete. You can use the SHOW DEPENDENCIES command to identify any dependent objects.
  
  
  
  Review Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete attributes from the specified table or view. You may need to grant additional privileges.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use the SELECT * FROM M_BLOCKED_TRANSACTIONS or M_SESSION views to check if there are any locks on the table or view. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or terminate the blocking sessions.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If there are dependent objects, you may need to drop or modify those objects before you can delete the attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the SAP HANA logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about why the deletion failed.
  
  
  
  Use SQL Commands:
  
  If you are comfortable with SQL, you can try executing the deletion command directly in the SQL console to see if you get more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP HANA documentation for information on managing tables and views, including how to handle dependencies and permissions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.