How To Fix DA318 - No history nametab entry found for table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 318

• Message text: No history nametab entry found for table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA318 - No history nametab entry found for table & ?

  The SAP error message DA318 "No history nametab entry found for table &" typically occurs when there is an attempt to access historical data for a table that does not have a corresponding entry in the nametab (name table) for historical data management. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using transaction codes that involve historical data or when trying to access change documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing History Nametab Entry: The primary cause of this error is that the table in question does not have a history nametab entry defined in the system. This can occur if the table is not set up for change document logging or if the configuration for historical data management is incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: The table may not be configured correctly in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for change logging or historical data.
  Custom Development: If the table is a custom table, it may not have been properly set up to support historical data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the table definition. Ensure that the table is configured for change document logging if it is supposed to maintain historical data.
  If the table is a custom table, ensure that it has been properly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create History Nametab Entry:
  
  If the table is supposed to have historical data but does not have a nametab entry, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the table in the relevant configuration settings for change document logging.
  You can use transaction SCDO (Change Document Objects) to check if the change document object exists for the table and create one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly, including any related configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific table and its historical data management to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Document Objects: Understanding how change document objects work in SAP can help in troubleshooting this error. Change documents are used to track changes to data in specific tables.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SCDO (Change Document Objects), and SE14 (Database Utility) for managing database objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the table in question, as there may be known issues or fixes available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DA318 error and implement a solution.