How To Fix GT353 - Index &-& (&) could not be deleted

GT353 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Index &-& (&) could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT353 - Index &-& (&) could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message GT353 indicates that a specific index could not be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of database management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with database indexes in the context of data dictionary objects.
  Causes of Error GT353
  
  
  Index in Use: The index you are trying to delete may still be in use by other database objects or processes. If there are active transactions or locks on the index, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Dependent Objects: There may be dependent objects (like views or tables) that rely on the index, preventing its deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the index may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints or rules at the database level that prevent the deletion of the index.
  
  
  Corrupted Index: In some cases, the index may be corrupted, leading to issues when attempting to delete it.
  
  
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