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Description

This error indicates that SAP S/4HANA encountered an issue loading SQL statement hints because the underlying statement hint table is corrupt. It typically occurs during database operations where optimized query execution plans rely on these hints, potentially impacting system performance or functionality.

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Error Message

ERR_SQL_STATEMENT_HINT_MAP_LOAD_ERROR: Statement hint error - statement hint table is corrupt

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Known Causes

4 known causes

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Database Table Corruption

The physical database table storing SQL statement hints has become corrupted due to hardware failures, unexpected system shutdowns, or disk issues.

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SAP S/4HANA Software Bug

An internal software defect within SAP S/4HANA might lead to incorrect handling or storage of statement hints, resulting in data inconsistency or corruption.

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Improper Database Modification

Unauthorized or incorrect manual modifications to core SAP S/4HANA database tables, including hint tables, can introduce data inconsistencies and corruption.

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System Resource Exhaustion

Insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, disk I/O) during critical database write operations can lead to incomplete or corrupted entries in hint tables.

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Solutions

3 solutions available

1. Rebuild Statement Hint Table medium

Rebuilds the corrupt statement hint table to restore its integrity.

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Log in to the SAP S/4HANA system with an administrator user (e.g., SAP_ALL profile).

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Access the SQL statement hint management transaction. This is typically done via transaction code `ST05` (Performance Analysis) and navigating to the 'SQL Statement Hints' tab, or by directly using transaction `SE38` to run program `RS_SQLHINT_ADMIN`.

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Within the SQL Statement Hints administration screen, locate an option to 'Rebuild' or 'Reorganize' the statement hint table. The exact wording might vary slightly depending on your S/4HANA version and support package.

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Execute the rebuild process. This may take some time depending on the size of your statement hint table.

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After the rebuild is complete, restart the SAP S/4HANA application servers to ensure the changes are fully applied.

2. Clear and Re-upload Statement Hints medium

Removes existing hints and re-uploads them from the system's configuration.

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Log in to the SAP S/4HANA system with an administrator user.

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Access transaction `SE38` and execute the program `RS_SQLHINT_ADMIN`.

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On the 'SQL Statement Hints' administration screen, look for an option to 'Delete All' or 'Clear' statement hints. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

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After clearing, find an option to 'Load' or 'Upload' statement hints. This action will typically reload the hints that are defined in the system's configuration (e.g., from transport requests or manual entries).

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Restart the SAP S/4HANA application servers.

3. Database-Level Hint Table Repair (Advanced) advanced

Directly addresses potential corruption at the database level for SAP HANA.

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This solution is highly dependent on the underlying database system, specifically SAP HANA. Access the SAP HANA database via `hdbsql` or SAP HANA Studio with administrative privileges.

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Identify the specific table that stores statement hints. This is typically an internal system table. For SAP HANA, this might involve querying system views like `M_SYS_TABLES` or `M_CS_TABLES` to find tables related to SQL hints. A common table name pattern might involve 'SQLHINT' or similar. **Caution: Direct manipulation of system tables is risky and should only be performed by experienced database administrators.**

SELECT * FROM M_SYS_TABLES WHERE TABLE_NAME LIKE '%SQLHINT%';

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If corruption is suspected at the database level, a database-level integrity check or repair might be necessary. This is a complex operation and often requires SAP support. In SAP HANA, certain repair or consistency checks can be initiated through SQL commands or HANA administrative tools. For example, you might look for commands related to table repair or consistency checks. **Consult SAP Notes and SAP Support for specific commands and procedures for your HANA version.**

/* Example: Potentially relevant but requires SAP guidance */ 
-- REPAIR TABLE <table_name> WITH FULL CHECK;

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Alternatively, a full database backup and restore might be the safest way to ensure data integrity if corruption is widespread. This is a significant undertaking and requires careful planning.

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After any database-level operations, restart the SAP S/4HANA application servers.

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Related Errors

5 related errors

SAP S/4HANA Error 683: Corrupt SQL Statement Hint Table