How To Fix GT501 - Free space check not possible

GT501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Free space check not possible

What causes this issue?

The free space check that should be executed prior to converting a
table cannot be performed because it is not possible to compute the
exact amount of space required for the conversion. The reason for this
is recorded above in the log.

System Response

The conversion process is started without checking for free space.

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 GT501 - Free space check not possible ?

  The SAP error message GT501 "Free space check not possible" typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the available free space in the database or file system. This can happen for several reasons, and addressing the issue usually involves checking system configurations and ensuring that the necessary resources are available.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file system or database to check for free space.
  Database Issues: The database may be down, or there may be connectivity issues preventing the system from accessing the database.
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may be corrupted or not mounted properly, leading to an inability to check for free space.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or database may lead to this error.
  Resource Limitations: The server may be running low on resources, such as memory or disk space, which can affect