How To Fix D0805 - &: Nametab header for & could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D0 - Machine-level ABAP/4 Dictionary texts (e.g. debugging)

• Message number: 805

• Message text: &: Nametab header for & could not be read

What causes this issue?

This is an internal error.

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 contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D0805 - &: Nametab header for & could not be read ?

  The SAP error message D0805, which states "Nametab header for & could not be read," typically indicates an issue with the name table (nametab) for a specific object in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or program that relies on the name table for its metadata.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Name Table: The name table for the specified object may be corrupted or not properly generated.
  Missing Object: The object (e.g., a program, function module, or class) may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete or missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the inability to read its name table.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the name table from being read correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Rebuild Name Table: If the name table is corrupted, you may need to regenerate it. This can often be done by activating the object again in the ABAP Workbench (SE80) or using transaction SE38 to execute the program.
  Transport Request: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the object or correct any issues in the transport request.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any underlying issues. This can include using transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check database objects.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SU53 (Authorization Check), SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal using keywords related to the error message (D0805) for specific fixes or recommendations.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.