How To Fix UD399 - View &1 is not deleted in Dictionary (Delete if required)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 399

• Message text: View &1 is not deleted in Dictionary (Delete if required)

What causes this issue?

The assignment of a view to an entity type was deleted. However, the
view 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?

Please delete the view in the ABAP/4 Dictionary if you wish.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD399 - View &1 is not deleted in Dictionary (Delete if required) ?

  The SAP error message UD399 indicates that a specific view (denoted as &1) has not been deleted from the Data Dictionary. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete a database object (like a table or a view) that is still referenced in the Data Dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Existing References: The view you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects in the Data Dictionary, such as other views, tables, or programs.
  Inconsistent State: The system may be in an inconsistent state where the view is marked for deletion but still exists in the database.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the view or related objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for dependencies of the view. Look for any objects that reference the view and address those dependencies before attempting to delete it.
  
  You can use the "Where-Used List" feature to find out where the view is being used.
  
  
  
  Delete References: If there are dependent objects, you may need to delete or modify them before you can delete the view. Ensure that you have a backup or that you are aware of the implications of deleting these objects.
  
  
  Delete the View: Once all dependencies are resolved, you can attempt to delete the view again using transaction SE11 or SE14 (for database objects).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations in the Data Dictionary. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the view is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that there are no pending changes that could affect the deletion.
  
  
  Database Consistency: If the issue persists, you may need to check the database consistency. This can involve running consistency checks or using transaction codes like SE14 to adjust the database objects.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing Data Dictionary objects and handling dependencies.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.