How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN020 - Table &1 could not be cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Table &1 could not be cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN020 - Table &1 could not be cleared ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN020 indicates that a specific table (denoted by &1) in the SAP HANA database could not be cleared. This error typically arises during operations that involve data management, such as clearing or deleting data from a table.
  Causes
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to clear the table.
  Table Locking: The table might be locked by another transaction or process, preventing the clearing operation from proceeding.
  Foreign Key Constraints: If the table has foreign key constraints, it may not be possible to clear it without first addressing those constraints.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity that prevent the operation from being completed.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration settings in the SAP HANA system that restrict certain operations on the table.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform the operation on the table. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Release Locks: Investigate if the table is locked by another process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  Review Foreign Key Constraints: If there are foreign key constraints, you may need to either delete the dependent records first or temporarily disable the constraints (if appropriate) before clearing the table.
  Data Integrity Checks: Run data integrity checks to identify and resolve any issues that may be preventing the operation.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific table and the error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  System Configuration Review: Check the system configuration settings that might restrict operations on the table and adjust them if necessary.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view table definitions and constraints, and SE38 to run ABAP programs that may assist in troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.