How To Fix DDU119 - Could not write active nametab table &

DDU119 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDU - Dictionary Tools 5.0

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Could not write active nametab table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDU119 - Could not write active nametab table & ?

  The SAP error message DDU119, which states "Could not write active nametab table," typically occurs in the context of data dictionary operations, particularly when there are issues with the name table (nametab) that SAP uses to manage the names of database objects.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database might be locked by another process, preventing the current operation from writing to the nametab.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the nametab.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing the write operation.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient memory or disk space on the database server can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport operation, it may be due to issues with the transport directory or the transport request itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing