How To Fix O8603 - Delete Table OIGS key &1 failed (RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O8 - IS-Oil: TD Transportation and Distribution

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Delete Table OIGS key &1 failed (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O8603 - Delete Table OIGS key &1 failed (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message O8603, which states "Delete Table OIGS key &1 failed (RC = &2)," typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting an entry from the OIGS table (which is related to the Object Information Global Storage in SAP). The error message indicates that the deletion operation for a specific key (represented by &1) has failed, and the return code (RC) is provided as &2.
  Causes:
  
  Key Not Found: The specified key does not exist in the OIGS table, leading to a failure in the deletion process.
  Database Lock: The entry might be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of the entry.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Key Existence: Verify that the key you are trying to delete actually exists in the OIGS table. You can do this by querying the table directly.
  Release Locks: If the entry is locked, identify the transaction or user holding the lock and resolve it. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete entries from the OIGS table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Check Constraints: Investigate if there are any foreign key constraints or other dependencies that prevent the deletion. You may need to delete related entries first.
  Analyze Return Code: The return code (RC) provided in the error message can give more insight into the specific issue. Refer to SAP documentation or support for details on what the return code indicates.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the structure of the OIGS table and SE16 (Data Browser) to view its contents.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support with the error details, including the return code and any relevant context.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the O8603 error message in SAP.