How To Fix DA474 - Table names in old and new nametab do not correspond

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Table names in old and new nametab do not correspond

What causes this issue?

This error message indicates that an internal inconsistency exists.

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 consult SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA474 - Table names in old and new nametab do not correspond ?

  The SAP error message DA474, which states "Table names in old and new nametab do not correspond," typically occurs during the activation of a transport request or when there are inconsistencies in the database table definitions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the table names in the old and new name tables (nametab) in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The error can occur if a transport request that contains changes to database tables is not properly imported or if there are inconsistencies in the transport directory.
  Database Table Changes: If there have been changes to the database tables (like renaming or deleting tables) that are not reflected in the nametab, this error can arise.
  System Upgrade or Patch: After an upgrade or applying a patch, inconsistencies may occur if the nametab is not updated correctly.
  Development and Production Environment Mismatch: If the development and production environments are not synchronized properly, it can lead to discrepancies in the nametab.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Re-import Transport Request: If the transport request is suspected to be the cause, try re-importing it to see if that resolves the issue.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to perform a consistency check on the affected tables. This can help identify and resolve inconsistencies.
  Update Nametab: If the nametab is out of sync, you may need to regenerate it. This can be done using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and then selecting the option to regenerate the nametab.
  Database Table Activation: If the issue is related to a specific table, try to activate the table again using transaction SE11.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) for managing transports and database objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding transport management and database table management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DA474 error and implement a solution to resolve it.