How To Fix SIMDQ_IMHANA_ERRORS029 - Error dropping table type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIMDQ_IMHANA_ERRORS - IM in HANA error messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Error dropping table type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIMDQ_IMHANA_ERRORS029 - Error dropping table type. ?

  The SAP error message SIMDQ_IMHANA_ERRORS029 typically indicates an issue related to dropping a table type in SAP HANA. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The table type you are trying to drop may have dependencies, such as being used in other database objects (e.g., procedures, views, or other table types).
  Active Sessions: There may be active sessions or transactions that are using the table type, preventing it from being dropped.
  Permissions: The user attempting to drop the table type may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Database Locks: There could be locks on the database that are preventing the drop operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use the SQL command SELECT * FROM _SYS_BI.M_TABLES WHERE TABLE_NAME = '<your_table_type>' to check if there are any dependencies on the table type.
  If there are dependencies, you will need to drop or alter those objects before you can drop the table type.
  
  
  
  Terminate Active Sessions:
  
  Check for active sessions using the table type with the command SELECT * FROM M_SESSION_CONTEXT WHERE USER_NAME = '<your_user>'.
  If there are active sessions, you may need to terminate them or wait for them to complete.
  
  
  
  Verify Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to drop the table type. You can check the user's roles and privileges in the SAP HANA database.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use the command SELECT * FROM M_LOCKS to check if there are any locks on the table type.
  If there are locks, you may need to resolve them before attempting to drop the table type again.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Syntax:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct SQL syntax to drop the table type. The command should look like:
  DROP TYPE <your_table_type>;
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for more details on managing database objects and handling errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully drop the table type in SAP HANA.