How To Fix OO690 - Web Dynpro generated artifact &1 cannot be retrieved

OO690 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 690

• Message text: Web Dynpro generated artifact &1 cannot be retrieved

What causes this issue?

The selected interface represents a generated artifact of a Web Dynpro
Component. It is automatically generated by changing the component-
respective interface-controller.

System Response

Action is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Retrieve instead the component- respective interface-controller of Web
Dynpro Component from version history.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO690 - Web Dynpro generated artifact &1 cannot be retrieved ?

  The SAP error message OO690, which states "Web Dynpro generated artifact &1 cannot be retrieved," typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro applications when the system is unable to access or find a generated artifact (like a view, component, or controller) that is necessary for the application to function properly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Artifacts: The artifact referenced in the error message may have been deleted or is not available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the artifact was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Inconsistent Development Environment: Changes made in the development environment may not have been properly activated or may be inconsistent with the current state of the application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the artifact.
  Cache Issues: Sometimes, the cache may not be updated, leading to the system looking for an