How To Fix SCTS_HDI557 - HDI container &1 does not need to be deleted; does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HDI - Messages for CTS HDI API

• Message number: 557

• Message text: HDI container &1 does not need to be deleted; does not exist

What causes this issue?

The imported transport request contains the deletion of an ABAP-managed
HDI container. This ABAP-managed HDI container does not, however, exist
in the current system.
The possible reasons are listed in the following:
The HDI container never existed in an active version in this system.
The HDI container was already deleted.
The activation of the HDI container and the deletion of the same HDI
container took place in a single transport action but in different
transport requests.

System Response

The log contains a warning message because the system cannot delete the
container.

How to fix this error?

You do not have to do anything.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HDI557 - HDI container &1 does not need to be deleted; does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HDI557 indicates that there is an attempt to delete an HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) container that does not exist. This error typically arises in scenarios where a deletion operation is being performed on an HDI container that has either already been deleted or was never created in the first place.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Container: The specified HDI container does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Container Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the container name being referenced.
  Context Issues: The operation might be executed in the wrong context or schema where the container is not available.
  Previous Deletion: The container may have been deleted in a previous operation, and the system is trying to delete it again.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Container Existence:
  
  Check the list of existing HDI containers in your SAP HANA database to confirm whether the container exists.
  You can use SQL commands or tools like SAP HANA Studio or SAP HANA Cockpit to list the containers.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the HDI container you are trying to delete is correct. Look for any typos or case sensitivity issues.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Logic:
  
  If you are running a script or a program that attempts to delete the container, ensure that it includes checks to confirm the existence of the container before attempting deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the logs for any additional context or errors that may provide more insight into why the deletion is being attempted.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Context:
  
  Make sure you are connected to the correct database and schema where the HDI container is supposed to exist.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  HDI Containers: HDI containers are used in SAP HANA for managing database artifacts in a multi-tenant environment. They encapsulate database objects and provide a way to manage them as a single unit.
  SAP HANA Studio/Cockpit: These tools can be used to manage HDI containers, including creating, deleting, and viewing their status.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for HDI and container management for more detailed information on how to work with HDI containers.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.