How To Fix COM_DIFF_BSP019 - Generation not possible; Screen structure does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DIFF_BSP - Messages for Differentiation Keys

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Generation not possible; Screen structure does not exist

What causes this issue?

Screen structure not found or does not exist.

System Response

Generation terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact system administration.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DIFF_BSP019 - Generation not possible; Screen structure does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_DIFF_BSP019 indicates that the generation of a screen structure is not possible because the required screen structure does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Server Pages (BSP) or when working with Web Dynpro applications.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Screen Structure: The primary cause of this error is that the screen structure that the application is trying to access or generate does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The screen structure was never created.
  The screen structure was deleted or not properly transported to the system.
  There is a mismatch between the application and the underlying data model.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the necessary screen structures may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the BSP or Web Dynpro application can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the required screen structure exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator) and checking if the screen structure is listed.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the application was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including the screen structure, were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  Recreate the Screen Structure: If the screen structure is missing and cannot be restored, you may need to recreate it manually. This involves defining the screen layout and associated elements as per the application requirements.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the BSP or Web Dynpro application to ensure that they are correctly set up. This includes checking the application’s properties and ensuring that all dependencies are met.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to identify where the error is occurring. This may provide additional insights into what is causing the screen structure to be unavailable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BSP and Web Dynpro to understand the requirements for screen structures and how they are generated.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the COM_DIFF_BSP019 error in your SAP environment.