How To Fix MN830 - Internal error reading table "NAMETAB"

MN830 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 830

• Message text: Internal error reading table "NAMETAB"

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the system attempted to read information
relating to structure &V1& from the Dictionary.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MN830 - Details

• The SAP error message MN830, which states "Internal error reading table 'NAMETAB'," typically indicates an issue with the internal data structures or tables that SAP uses to manage name data. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, corruption, or issues with the SAP system itself.
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: The NAMETAB table may have become corrupted, leading to issues when the system tries to read from it.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific transactions that lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or inconsistencies, can also trigger this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to errors when accessing certain tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify and