How To Fix UD394 - Table &1 not deleted in dictionary; delete if required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 394

• Message text: Table &1 not deleted in dictionary; delete if required

What causes this issue?

Assignment of a table to an entity type
was deleted. However, the table in the ABAP/4 Dictionary was 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 in ABAP/4 Dictionary if required.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD394 - Table &1 not deleted in dictionary; delete if required ?

  The SAP error message UD394 indicates that a specific database table (denoted as &1 in the message) has not been deleted from the data dictionary, even though it may have been marked for deletion or is no longer needed. This situation can arise during various operations, such as when you attempt to delete a table or when there are inconsistencies in the data dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Table Marked for Deletion: The table may have been marked for deletion in the system, but the actual deletion from the data dictionary has not been executed.
  Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data dictionary, possibly due to previous operations that did not complete successfully.
  Dependencies: The table might still have dependencies or references in other objects, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to delete the table from the data dictionary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Status: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the status of the table. Ensure that it is indeed marked for deletion.
  Delete the Table: If the table is no longer needed, you can delete it from the data dictionary:
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Enter the table name and click on "Display".
  If the table is marked for deletion, you can choose to delete it.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check for any dependencies or references to the table. Resolve any issues before attempting to delete the table.
  Transport Requests: If the table deletion is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly released and imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or security team if you lack the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to error UD394 or similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data dictionary management and table deletion processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.