How To Fix SOI1787 - Table &1: Active nametab could not be written from inactive nametab

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI1 - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages continued

• Message number: 787

• Message text: Table &1: Active nametab could not be written from inactive nametab

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI1787 - Table &1: Active nametab could not be written from inactive nametab ?

  The SAP error message SOI1787 indicates that there is an issue with the name table (nametab) of a database table in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to write the active name table from the inactive name table for the specified table (&1).
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Database State: The database may be in an inconsistent state, possibly due to a failed update or a problem during a transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database Locking: There may be locks on the database table that prevent the update from being completed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself, such as corruption in the name table or issues with the database connection.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SOI1787 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use