How To Fix S1034 - No more indexes for data available (Delete other external data before)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 034

• Message text: No more indexes for data available (Delete other external data before)

What causes this issue?

The value range of available IDs for external data is exhausted.
You cannot therefore create any more external data.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to create new external data, delete at least one old
external dataset (which you no longer need), to create space in the
range of IDs.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1034 - No more indexes for data available (Delete other external data before) ?

  The SAP error message S1034, "No more indexes for data available (Delete other external data before)," typically occurs when the system has reached the limit of available indexes for external data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with external data sources or when using certain SAP functionalities that rely on indexing.
  Cause:
  
  Index Limit Reached: The system has a predefined limit on the number of indexes that can be created or used for external data. When this limit is reached, the system cannot create new indexes until some existing ones are deleted.
  Data Volume: Large volumes of external data can lead to the exhaustion of available indexes.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings related to data indexing or external data handling can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Delete Unused Indexes: Review the existing indexes and delete any that are no longer needed. This can free up space for new indexes.
  
  You can typically do this through the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant transaction for managing indexes.
  
  
  
  Optimize Data Management: If you are working with external data, consider optimizing how this data is managed. This may involve:
  
  Reducing the volume of external data being processed.
  Archiving or deleting old data that is no longer necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to external data handling and indexing. Ensure that they are set correctly to avoid unnecessary index creation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version and module to find any additional recommendations or best practices for managing indexes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Monitoring: Use system monitoring tools to keep track of index usage and data volume, which can help prevent this error in the future.
  Performance Tuning: Regularly review and tune your SAP system's performance, including index management, to ensure optimal operation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S1034 error and manage your indexes more effectively.