How To Fix DA567 - Headers differ: & (Nametab) & (Database)

DA567 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 567

• Message text: Headers differ: & (Nametab) & (Database)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA567 - Headers differ: & (Nametab) & (Database) ?

  The SAP error message DA567, which states "Headers differ: & (Nametab) & (Database)," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the header information in the database and the header information in the name table (Nametab) for a particular object, such as a table or a structure. This can happen during various operations, such as data transport, upgrades, or when changes are made to the data dictionary.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Dictionary: The most common cause of this error is that the data dictionary (DDIC) has been modified in a way that is not reflected in the database. This can happen if changes are made to the structure of a table or a view without properly activating or transporting those changes.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to production), and the transport does not include all necessary changes, this error can occur.
  Database Corruption: In rare cases,