How To Fix RSDRI_HDB022 - Could not delete temporary flat fact table (ABAP Dictionary)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRI_HDB - InfoCube Conversion Program

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Could not delete temporary flat fact table (ABAP Dictionary)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Temporary table: &v1&
sy-subrc: &v2&
l_deleted: &v3&

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRI_HDB022 - Could not delete temporary flat fact table (ABAP Dictionary) ?

  The SAP error message RSDRI_HDB022 indicates that there was an issue with deleting a temporary flat fact table in the context of SAP HANA. This error typically occurs during the execution of a query or data processing operation in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The temporary table may be locked by another process, preventing its deletion.
  Insufficient Privileges: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to delete the temporary table.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues with the HANA database that prevent the operation from completing successfully.
  Resource Constraints: The database may be under heavy load, leading to timeouts or failures in executing the delete operation.
  Corrupted Temporary Table: The temporary table may be in a corrupted state, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use the HANA Studio or SQL console to check if the temporary table is locked. You can query the M_BLOCKED_TRANSACTIONS or M_TRANSACTIONS views to identify any blocking sessions and resolve them.
  
  
  Verify User Privileges: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary privileges to delete temporary tables. You may need to grant additional permissions if required.
  
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the connection to the HANA database is stable. You can test the connection and check for any network issues.
  
  
  Monitor Database Performance: Check the performance of the HANA database. If it is under heavy load, consider optimizing queries or scheduling operations during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Manual Cleanup: If the temporary table is corrupted or cannot be deleted automatically, you may need to manually drop the table using SQL commands. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes.
  
  
  Restart the Process: Sometimes, simply restarting the data load or query process can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW and HANA Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW and HANA for best practices on managing temporary tables and troubleshooting common errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.