How To Fix TW409 - DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Incorrect nametab entry for TADIR.PGMID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 409

• Message text: DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Incorrect nametab entry for TADIR.PGMID

What causes this issue?

An internal R3trans security check produced an error. The length of the
field TADIr.PGMID in the "Nametab" must be either 4 or 8 Bytes, but this
is not the case. The cause is most likely that the Nametab was not
migrated during a previous Unicode migration.

System Response

Die Aktion wird abgebrochen.

How to fix this error?

Report this error to SAP Support.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW409 - DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Incorrect nametab entry for TADIR.PGMID ?

  The SAP error message TW409 DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Incorrect nametab entry for TADIR.PGMID typically indicates an issue with the database access related to the TADIR table, which is a key table in SAP that stores information about the objects in the SAP system, including their programming IDs (PGMID).
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Database Entries: The TADIR table may have corrupted entries or inconsistencies that prevent proper access.
  Missing or Incorrect Entries: There may be missing or incorrect entries in the nametab (name table) for the PGMID field, which is used to identify the type of object.
  Transport Issues: If there were recent transports, they may not have been imported correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the TADIR table.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or corruption, that are affecting access to the TADIR table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the TADIR table. You can also run the program RSTTADIR to regenerate the TADIR entries.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to identify any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Rebuild the Nametab: If the nametab is corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done using transaction SE11 or SE14.
  Database Administration: If there are database locks or corruption, you may need to involve your database administrator to resolve these issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: This table is crucial for the SAP system as it contains metadata about various objects. Understanding its structure and purpose can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE03 (Transport Organizer) for managing and troubleshooting database and transport issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  Always ensure to back up your data before making any changes to the database or system configurations.