How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN099 - Cannot drop calculated attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Cannot drop calculated attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN099 - Cannot drop calculated attribute ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN099: Cannot drop calculated attribute typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA when you attempt to drop a calculated attribute from a calculation view or a data model that is being used in a way that prevents its removal. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Dependency Issues: The calculated attribute you are trying to drop may be used in other views, calculations, or models. If there are dependencies, SAP HANA will not allow you to drop it to maintain data integrity.
  Active Usage: The calculated attribute might be actively used in reports, queries, or other applications, which can prevent its removal.
  Permissions: Lack of appropriate permissions to modify the calculation view or the data model can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or Web IDE to check for dependencies. Look for any views, procedures, or other objects that reference the calculated attribute.
  You can use the "Where-Used" functionality to identify where the attribute is being used.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If you find that the calculated attribute is being used in other objects, you will need to remove those dependencies first. This may involve modifying or dropping other views or calculations that reference the attribute.
  
  
  
  Modify the Calculation View:
  
  If the calculated attribute is not needed anymore, consider modifying the calculation view to remove its usage before attempting to drop it again.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the calculation view. If you do not have the required access, contact your system administrator to gain the appropriate rights.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Calculation View:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider creating a new calculation view without the calculated attribute and migrating any necessary logic to the new view.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP HANA Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed information on managing calculation views and attributes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that you are working with a compatible version of SAP HANA, as certain features and functionalities may vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN099 and successfully manage your calculated attributes in SAP HANA.