ALTER is not allowed on an INDEX ONLY index Explanation: You have attempted to alter an INDEX ONLY index. This operation is not allowed. User Action: Re-evaluate why this change is necessary on the INDEX ONLY index. If the change is necessary then drop the INDEX ONLY index which will move the data from the index into the table. The action of dropping the INDEX ONLY index will convert the INDEX ONLY table into a regular table. The user can then alter the table, and recreate the INDEX ONLY index.