How To Fix FNDEI_VIEW_PROV251 - Unused HANA DB catalog objects found, clean-up activity started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FNDEI_VIEW_PROV - Message class for CDS View Replication

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Unused HANA DB catalog objects found, clean-up activity started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FNDEI_VIEW_PROV251 - Unused HANA DB catalog objects found, clean-up activity started ?

  The SAP error message FNDEI_VIEW_PROV251 indicates that there are unused HANA database catalog objects that have been detected in your SAP system. This message is part of the data provisioning and management processes in SAP HANA, particularly when using the SAP Data Intelligence or SAP HANA Smart Data Integration (SDI) tools.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when there are database objects (like tables, views, or schemas) that are no longer in use or referenced by any active processes or applications. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model that render certain objects obsolete.
  Data Migration: Objects that were part of a previous data migration that are no longer needed.
  Development and Testing: Temporary objects created during development or testing phases that were not cleaned up afterward.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Unused Objects: Identify the unused HANA DB catalog objects. You can use HANA Studio or SQL commands to list these objects.
  
  
  Backup Important Data: Before performing any cleanup, ensure that you have backups of any important data or objects that might be inadvertently deleted.
  
  
  Delete Unused Objects: If you confirm that the objects are indeed unused, you can proceed to delete them. This can be done through HANA Studio or SQL commands. For example:
  DROP TABLE <schema>.<table_name>;
  DROP VIEW <schema>.<view_name>;
  
  
  Automate Cleanup: Consider implementing a regular cleanup process to avoid the accumulation of unused objects in the future.
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: After cleanup, monitor the system to ensure that performance improves and that there are no unintended side effects from the deletions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or specific instructions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for best practices on managing database objects and data provisioning.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about deleting certain objects, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FNDEI_VIEW_PROV251 error and maintain a cleaner and more efficient HANA database environment.