How To Fix GT500 - Start free space check before converting table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Start free space check before converting table &

What causes this issue?

If you trigger a table csonversion from the Database Utility, there is
a check for free space before the conversion is actually started. The
free space in the target tablespaces or target DBSpaces is computed and
compared with the space required for the conversion.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT500 - Start free space check before converting table & ?

  The SAP error message GT500 indicates that there is an issue related to the conversion of a database table, specifically that a free space check must be performed before the conversion can proceed. This error typically arises during database operations, such as when you are trying to convert a table from one format to another or when performing a database upgrade.
  Cause:
  The error message GT500 usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Free Space: The database does not have enough free space to accommodate the changes that will be made during the table conversion.
  Database Configuration: The database settings may not be optimized for the operations being performed, leading to issues with space allocation.
  Table Size: The size of the table being converted may exceed the available space in the database.
  Pending Operations: There may be pending operations or locks on the table that prevent the conversion from proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GT500 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Free Space:
  
  Use database management tools to check the available free space in your database.
  Ensure that there is sufficient space to accommodate the conversion of the table.
  
  
  
  Increase Database Size:
  
  If the free space is insufficient, consider increasing the size of the database or adding additional storage to accommodate the required space.
  
  
  
  Optimize Database Configuration:
  
  Review and optimize the database configuration settings to ensure they are suitable for the operations being performed.
  
  
  
  Perform Cleanup:
  
  Remove unnecessary data or perform archiving to free up space in the database.
  Check for any temporary tables or logs that can be cleared.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Ensure that there are no locks on the table that could be preventing the conversion. You can use transaction monitoring tools to identify and resolve any locks.
  
  
  
  Run the Free Space Check:
  
  If your SAP system has a specific transaction or report to check free space, run that to ensure that the system is aware of the current space situation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Management: Familiarize yourself with the database management system (DBMS) you are using with SAP (e.g., Oracle, HANA, SQL Server) as each may have specific tools and commands for managing space.
  SAP Basis Administration: Understanding SAP Basis administration can help in managing database operations and troubleshooting issues like GT500.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the GT500 error and successfully convert the table in your SAP system.