How To Fix R7B181 - Error while cleaning up DDIC information using table service

R7B181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Error while cleaning up DDIC information using table service

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B181 - Error while cleaning up DDIC information using table service ?

  The SAP error message R7B181 indicates that there is an issue while cleaning up Data Dictionary (DDIC) information using the table service. This error typically arises during operations that involve the Data Dictionary, such as when trying to delete or modify database objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Database Locking Issues: If the database objects are locked by another process, the cleanup operation may fail.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the Data Dictionary or the underlying database tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the cleanup.
  Corrupted Data Dictionary Objects: If there are corrupted entries in the Data Dictionary, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the objects were transported incorrectly, it might lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7B181 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for