How To Fix RSDA706 - Table &1 could not be dropped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 706

• Message text: Table &1 could not be dropped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA706 - Table &1 could not be dropped ?

  The SAP error message RSDA706 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1) could not be dropped. This error typically occurs in the context of Data Warehousing, particularly when dealing with DataStore Objects (DSOs) or InfoProviders in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Causes:
  
  Table in Use: The table might be currently in use by another process or user, preventing it from being dropped.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the table, such as other objects (e.g., InfoObjects, queries, or transformations) that rely on it.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to drop the table may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or corruption.
  Data Retention: The table might be part of a data retention policy that prevents it from being deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Processes: Ensure that no other processes are currently using the table. You can check for active sessions or locks in