How To Fix MC218 - Index & to table & is still in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Index & to table & is still in the database

What causes this issue?

When attempting to delete a matchcode ID implemented by view and index
from the ABAP/4 Dictionary, the index specially created for this
matchcode ID was found to still exist in the database.
However, before the matchcode ID definition can be deleted from
the ABAP/4 Dictionary, the database objects created for this matchcode
ID (view or index) must be deleted from the database.

System Response

The system does not allow deletion of the matchcode ID definition from
the ABAP/4 Dictionary.

How to fix this error?

Delete the index created for the matchcode ID from the database. In the
menu <LS>Utilities</> of the matchcode ID maintenance screen, go to the
database utility with <LS>Database utility -> Index</> and delete the
index there.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC218 - Index & to table & is still in the database ?

  The SAP error message MC218 typically indicates that there is an issue with the index for a specific table in the database. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules, where the system is trying to access or update data in a table that has an index that is not properly maintained or is still present in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Index Corruption: The index for the specified table may be corrupted or not properly updated.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that are causing the index to be out of sync with the actual data.
  Incomplete Deletion: If an index was supposed to be deleted but wasn't, it can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from accessing the index correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rebuild the Index: The most common solution is to rebuild the index for the affected table. This can usually be done through transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  
  Go to SE14, enter the table name, and choose the option to "Rebuild Index."
  
  
  
  Check Database Consistency: Use transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check for any inconsistencies in the database and resolve them.
  
  
  Delete and Recreate the Index: If rebuilding does not work, you may need to delete the index and recreate it. This can also be done through SE14 or SE11.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the table that might be preventing the index from being accessed or modified.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Database Administration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your database administrator to check for any underlying database issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and DB02 (Database Performance).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to your version of SAP and the specific modules you are using.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing any operations that modify the database structure.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.