How To Fix GT517 - Error: Free space for table and index is not sufficient

GT517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Error: Free space for table and 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 tablespaces or target DBSpaces of the table and
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 additional space is needed in the
tablespaces or DBSpaces. Enlarge the tablespaces or DBSpaces
accordingly. 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 GT517 - Error: Free space for table and index is not sufficient ?

  The SAP error message GT517 indicates that there is insufficient free space for a table or index in the database. This can occur when the database tables or indexes have reached their maximum size limits, and there is not enough space allocated to accommodate new data.
  Causes:
  
  Database Size Limitations: The database may have reached its maximum size limit for the specific table or index.
  Insufficient Disk Space: The underlying file system may not have enough disk space to allow for the growth of the database.
  Improper Configuration: The database may not be configured to automatically extend its size when needed.
  High Data Volume: A sudden increase in data volume due to business activities can lead to rapid consumption of available space.
  Fragmentation: The database may be fragmented, leading to inefficient use of available space.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Database Size:
  
  If you are using a database that allows for size adjustments, increase the size of the database or the specific