How To Fix AD709 - No inactive nametab exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 709

• Message text: No inactive nametab exists

What causes this issue?

An inactive nametab does not exist for this table. During activation,
runtime objects (nametabs) are written, in which the information stored
in the ABAP/4 Dictionary is stored in edited form.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

During upgrading, so-called inactive nametabs are written. These are
only converted into active nametabs after the whole process of mass
activation has terminated. This ensures that the productive system
remains executable during mass activation.

System Response

How to fix this error?

No action is necessary. Inactive nametabs generally only exist in
special cases, e.g. after an upgrade.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD709 - No inactive nametab exists ?

  The SAP error message AD709 "No inactive nametab exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with name tab (nametab) management in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an inactive name tab for a particular object or program.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inactive Name Tab: The most common cause of this error is that there is no inactive version of the name tab for the specified object. In SAP, name tabs are used to manage the names of various objects, and an inactive version is required for certain operations.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to quality assurance), the inactive name tab may not have been transported correctly.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, it is possible that the object has not been activated properly, leading to the absence of an inactive name tab.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activation: Ensure that the object (e.g., program, function module, class) has been activated properly. You can do this by navigating to the object in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38) and checking its status.
  Create Inactive Version: If the object is not activated, activate it to create the inactive version. You can do this by selecting the object and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Transport Request: If the issue is related to a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including the inactive name tab, have been included and transported correctly.
  Check for Errors: Look for any other error messages or logs that might provide additional context about why the inactive name tab is missing.
  Recreate the Object: In some cases, if the object is corrupted or missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to manage and check the status of your ABAP programs and objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to name tab management and object activation for more detailed information on how these components work within the SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.