How To Fix SOI253 - This is case DROP/CREATE as transparent table &1 changes to GTT

SOI253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages

• Message number: 253

• Message text: This is case DROP/CREATE as transparent table &1 changes to GTT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI253 - This is case DROP/CREATE as transparent table &1 changes to GTT ?

  The SAP error message SOI253 indicates that there is an issue related to the handling of a transparent table that is being changed to a Global Temporary Table (GTT). This typically occurs during database operations where the system is trying to drop and recreate a table, but the operation is not allowed due to the change in the table type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Type Change: The error arises when there is an attempt to change a transparent table to a Global Temporary Table. This is not allowed in certain contexts, especially if the table already exists in the database.
  Database Constraints: The database may have constraints or rules that prevent the dropping and recreating of tables that are currently in use or have dependencies.
  Transport Issues: If the table definition is being transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the table definitions between the systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the definition of