How To Fix GT355 - Could not execute ALTER statements for table &

GT355 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Could not execute ALTER statements for table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT355 - Could not execute ALTER statements for table & ?

  The SAP error message GT355, which states "Could not execute ALTER statements for table &," typically occurs during database operations when the system is unable to execute the necessary ALTER statements for a specific database table. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the ALTER operation from being executed.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to alter the table.
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints (like foreign keys) that prevent the alteration of the table structure.
  Database Corruption: In rare cases, the database may be corrupted, leading to issues with executing SQL commands.
  Incompatible Database Version: The database version may not support the specific ALTER operation being attempted.
  Syntax Errors: There may be a syntax error in the SQL statement being generated by SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use