How To Fix GT516 - Error: Free space for index is not sufficient

GT516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Error: Free space for index is not sufficient

What causes this issue?

The free space check prior to converting a table found that the free
space in the target tablespace or target DBSpace of the primary index
is not enough for a successful conversion.

System Response

The conversion is not started.

How to fix this error?

Using the log, find out how much more storage space is needed in the
tablespace or DBSpace. Enlarge the tablespace or DBSpace. Then start
the conversion again.

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 GT516 - Error: Free space for index is not sufficient ?

  The SAP error message GT516, which states "Free space for index is not sufficient," typically occurs when there is not enough space in the database to accommodate the index that SAP is trying to create or modify. This can happen during various operations, such as data updates, table modifications, or when running certain transactions that require index updates.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Database Space: The most common cause is that the database tablespace where the index is stored does not have enough free space.
  Large Data Volume: If the table associated with the index has grown significantly, it may require more space than is currently available.
  Index Fragmentation: Over time, indexes can become fragmented, leading to inefficient use of space.
  Database Configuration: The database may not be configured to automatically extend the tablespace when it runs low on space.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Tablespace:
  
  For Oracle: You can add data files to the tablespace or increase the size of existing data files.
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