How To Fix S3259 - For nodes of the type 'T' the tab. name must be the same as the node name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 259

• Message text: For nodes of the type 'T' the tab. name must be the same as the node name

What causes this issue?

If a node of a logical database is of the type 'T' then the node name
must be the same as the table name.
As the table name cannot be changed in this pop-up, the name of the
table must be entered as a node name via 'Change node' in the structure
maintenance.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Adapt the node name to the table name in the structure maintenance via
'Change node'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3259 - For nodes of the type 'T' the tab. name must be the same as the node name ?

  The SAP error message S3259 indicates that there is a mismatch between the name of a node of type 'T' (which typically refers to a table or structure in the context of SAP) and the name of the tab associated with that node. This error usually occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when working with data dictionary objects or when defining structures in the ABAP Workbench.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the tab name (the name used in the user interface or in the data dictionary) does not match the name of the node itself. For example, if you have a node defined as MY_NODE, the corresponding tab name should also be MY_NODE. If they differ, SAP will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the tab name matches the node name exactly. Here are the steps to fix the issue:
  
  
  Identify the Node: Locate the node of type 'T' that is causing the error. This can usually be found in the data dictionary or in the relevant ABAP program.
  
  
  Check the Tab Name: Verify the tab name associated with the node. This can typically be found in the properties or attributes of the node.
  
  
  Modify the Tab Name: If the tab name does not match the node name, change it to match. Ensure that the names are identical, including case sensitivity.
  
  
  Activate Changes: After making the necessary changes, activate the object in the ABAP Workbench to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Run the program or transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Node Types: In SAP, nodes can be of various types, and 'T' typically refers to a table or structure. Understanding the context of the node type can help in troubleshooting.
  Data Dictionary: Familiarity with the SAP Data Dictionary (SE11) can be beneficial when working with nodes and tables.
  ABAP Workbench: Knowledge of the ABAP Workbench (SE80) is essential for navigating and modifying ABAP programs and data dictionary objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and examples related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP community forums for further assistance.