How To Fix SOI583 - The nametab for &1 is invalid: header field count is &2, fields &3

SOI583 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages

• Message number: 583

• Message text: The nametab for &1 is invalid: header field count is &2, fields &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI583 - The nametab for &1 is invalid: header field count is &2, fields &3 ?

  The SAP error message SOI583 indicates that there is an issue with the nametab (name table) for a specific object or structure in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the header field count does not match the expected number of fields defined in the nametab. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  &1: This placeholder represents the name of the object or structure that is causing the error.
  &2: This placeholder indicates the actual count of header fields that the system has found.
  &3: This placeholder lists the specific fields that are causing the discrepancy.
  
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Mismatch in Field Definitions: The number of fields defined in the nametab does not match the actual fields present in the data structure or object.
  Changes in Data Structure: If the structure has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed) without updating the nametab accordingly, this error