How To Fix DT126 - Inactive nametab contains entries. First clean them up.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Inactive nametab contains entries. First clean them up.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT126 - Inactive nametab contains entries. First clean them up. ?

  The SAP error message DT126, which states "Inactive nametab contains entries. First clean them up," typically occurs in the context of data dictionary objects, particularly when dealing with name tables (nametabs) in the ABAP Dictionary. This error indicates that there are entries in the inactive name table that need to be addressed before you can activate or modify certain objects.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of entries in the inactive name table (nametab) for a particular object. This can happen when:
  
  You have made changes to a data dictionary object (like a table, view, or data element) and the changes have not been activated.
  There are inconsistencies or remnants of previous versions of the object that are still present in the inactive state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DT126 error, you need to clean up the inactive name table. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Inactive Name Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the object that is causing the error.
  Look for the inactive version of the object and see what entries are present.
  
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  If the object is in an inactive state, try to activate it. This can sometimes resolve the issue if the inactive entries are no longer needed.
  To activate, select the object and click on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Delete Inactive Entries:
  
  If activation does not resolve the issue, you may need to manually delete the inactive entries.
  You can do this by using transaction SE11 or SE80, navigating to the object, and selecting the option to delete the inactive entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly released and that there are no pending changes that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other objects may depend on the object in question. Ensure that all dependent objects are also activated and do not have any issues.
  
  
  
  Use the ABAP Workbench:
  
  You can also use the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80) to check for any inconsistencies in the object and resolve them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Modules
  SE24: Class Builder
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional guidance on handling data dictionary issues and specific error messages.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to clean up the inactive name table and resolve the DT126 error.