How To Fix OT005 - Deletion of table & failed

OT005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Deletion of table & failed

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OT005 - Details

• The SAP error message OT005, which states "Deletion of table & failed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a database table that is either still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during system upgrades, data model changes, or when trying to clean up unused tables.
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The table may have foreign key relationships with other tables, which prevents its deletion.
  Data in the Table: If the table contains data, it may not be allowed to delete it without first removing the data.
  Table in Use: The table might be currently in use by other processes or transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the deletion may not have the necessary permissions to delete the table.
  System Configuration: Certain system configurations or settings may prevent the deletion of specific tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility)