How To Fix KX580 - Error reading table header (&) from ABAP/4 dictionary

KX580 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 580

• Message text: Error reading table header (&) from ABAP/4 dictionary

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the status of the entered table directly in the ABAP/4
Dictionary. The table must be in either the "saved" or "active" state.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX580 - Error reading table header (&) from ABAP/4 dictionary ?

  The SAP error message KX580, which states "Error reading table header (&) from ABAP/4 dictionary," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing the metadata of a database table in the ABAP Dictionary. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting.
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table or its metadata.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Table Definition: The table definition in the ABAP Dictionary may be corrupted or inconsistent.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by