How To Fix BSP_WD_TOOLS041 - Controller class &1 is cannot be extended

BSP_WD_TOOLS041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSP_WD_TOOLS - Messages for BSP WD Tools

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Controller class &1 is cannot be extended

Text identical to NA BSP_WD_TOOLS042 and NA BSP_WD_TOOLS043

What causes this issue?

The class is marked as FINAL and cannot be inherited.

System Response

The action is canceled.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact SAP to see whether the class can be released for inheritance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSP_WD_TOOLS041 - Controller class &1 is cannot be extended ?

  The SAP error message BSP_WD_TOOLS041 indicates that there is an issue with extending a controller class in the context of Web Dynpro for ABAP. This error typically arises when you attempt to extend a controller class that is not designed to be extended, or when there are issues with the class definition or its visibility.
  Cause
  
  Non-Extensible Class: The controller class you are trying to extend may not be marked as extensible. In ABAP, classes can be defined with the FINAL keyword, which prevents them from being extended.
  Visibility Issues: The class might not be visible in the context you are trying to extend it from, possibly due to package or transport layer restrictions.
  Incorrect Class Name: There might be a typo or an incorrect class name specified in your extension.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the class may not allow for extension.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Class Definition: Verify the definition of the controller class you are