How To Fix KE543 - Field &1 not contained in nametab for table &2

KE543 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 543

• Message text: Field &1 not contained in nametab for table &2

What causes this issue?

Field "&V1&" for operating concern "&V3&" is not contained in the
nametab for table "&V2&".
This message may appear after the data structures for operating concern
"&V3&" have been imported or activated. The nametab is created in the
background. On occasions when the system workload is high, the nametab
may not yet be in the buffer when the internal CO-PA field table is
being defined.

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?

Wait for 2-3 minutes and then generate the environment for operating
concern "&V3&" using the transaction KEA0.
If the message reappears, execute the command /$NAM, which updates the
nametab buffer.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE543 - Field &1 not contained in nametab for table &2 ?

  The SAP error message KE543, which states "Field &1 not contained in nametab for table &2," typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that a field you are trying to access or use in a report or transaction is not recognized as part of the specified table's structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to use (denoted as &1) is not defined in the name table (nametab) for the specified table (denoted as &2). This could happen if the field is either not part of the table or if there is a mismatch in the field name.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in your SAP system, it is possible that the field was removed or renamed, leading to this error.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes in the data dictionary (like adding or