How To Fix SOI2479 - Inactive nametab fields cannot be retrieved from &1.&2.DDXTF

SOI2479 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI2 - SOI Messages

• Message number: 479

• Message text: Inactive nametab fields cannot be retrieved from &1.&2.DDXTF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI2479 - Inactive nametab fields cannot be retrieved from &1.&2.DDXTF ?

  The SAP error message SOI2479 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving inactive nametab fields from a specified data source (in this case, indicated by &1.&2.DDXTF). This typically occurs in the context of data extraction or transformation processes, particularly when working with SAP Data Services or similar tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Nametab Fields: The error suggests that the system is trying to access fields in a nametab (name table) that are marked as inactive. Inactive fields cannot be retrieved or processed, which leads to this error.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be properly configured, or the fields in question may have been deactivated in the underlying data model.
  Versioning Issues: There may be discrepancies between the version of the data model being used and the actual data source, leading to the retrieval of inactive fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Status: Verify the status of the fields in the nametab. You can do this by