Deleting a DB File

Delete a DB file from a dbspace. With the exception of the IQ_SHARED_TEMP dbspace, you cannot delete the last DB file in a dbspace.

Prerequisites
Database Version DB File Privileges
SAP Sybase IQ 15.3 and 15.4 Requires one of:
  • DBA authority.
  • SPACE ADMIN authority.
SAP Sybase IQ 16.0 Requires MANAGE ANY DBSPACE system privilege.
Task
  1. In the Perspective Resources view, select the resource and select Resource > Administration Console.
  2. In the left pane, select IQ Servers > Space Management > DB Files.
  3. Select one or more DB files from the right pane and either:
    • Click the arrow to the right of the name and select Delete, or
    • From the Administration Console menu bar, select Resource > Delete.
    Tip: Use Shift-click or Control-click to select multiple dbfiles.
  4. Click Yes to confirm deletion.
Related tasks
Creating a DB File
Emptying a DB File
Generating DB File DDL Commands
Viewing or Modifying DB File Properties
Authenticating a Login Account for a Managed Resource
Related reference
DB File Privilege Summary