How To Fix UD393 - Table(s) or view not deleted in dictionary; delete if required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Table(s) or view not deleted in dictionary; delete if required

What causes this issue?

The assignments of tables or a view to the entity type are deleted.
However, the tables or view are not deleted.

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?

Delete the tables or view from the ABAP/4 Dictionary if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD393 - Table(s) or view not deleted in dictionary; delete if required ?

  The SAP error message UD393 indicates that there are tables or views in the database dictionary that have not been deleted properly. This can occur during the process of deleting or modifying database objects, and it typically suggests that there are inconsistencies or remnants of database objects that need to be addressed.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Deletion: The tables or views may not have been fully deleted due to dependencies or constraints that prevent their removal.
  Database Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database dictionary that prevent the deletion of certain objects.
  Transport Issues: If the objects were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that left the objects in an inconsistent state.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations can also lead to failure in deleting the objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the tables or views, check for any dependencies (like foreign keys, indexes, etc.) that might be preventing their deletion. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze dependencies.
  
  
  Manual Deletion: If you are sure that the objects are no longer needed, you can manually delete them using transaction SE14 (Database Utility). This allows you to delete database objects directly from the database dictionary.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database using transaction SE14. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that all objects are properly included in the transport.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the objects. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to your version of SAP, as they may provide patches or additional information regarding this error.
  Backup: Before making any changes, ensure that you have a backup of your database or the relevant objects to prevent data loss.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.