How To Fix RSDSO_TBLSRV006 - Table &1 already exists but storage parameter differ, drop table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDSO_TBLSRV - Table Generation Service

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Table &1 already exists but storage parameter differ, drop table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDSO_TBLSRV006 - Table &1 already exists but storage parameter differ, drop table ?

  The SAP error message RSDSO_TBLSRV006 indicates that there is a conflict with an existing database table. Specifically, the error states that the table already exists, but the storage parameters for the existing table differ from what is being attempted in the current operation. This typically occurs during the creation or modification of a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  Existing Table: The table that the DSO is trying to create already exists in the database.
  Different Storage Parameters: The existing table has different storage parameters (like tablespace, storage size, etc.) compared to what the DSO definition is trying to apply.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies between the metadata in the SAP BW system and the actual database schema.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Drop the Existing Table:
  
  If the existing table is not needed, you can drop it manually from the database. This can be done using SQL commands or through the database management tools.
  After dropping the table, you can retry the operation that caused the error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Storage Parameters:
  
  If you want to keep the existing table, you may need to adjust the storage parameters of the DSO to match those of the existing table. This may involve modifying the DSO definition in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies between the SAP BW metadata and the actual database. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the DSO settings and ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Recreate the DSO:
  
  If the DSO is not populated with critical data, you might consider deleting the DSO and recreating it, ensuring that the new definition matches the existing table's parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage your DataStore Objects and check their properties.
  Database Management: Familiarize yourself with the database management tools for your specific database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) to manage tables directly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDSO_TBLSRV006 error and proceed with your data modeling tasks in SAP BW.