How To Fix RSWADMDERR1243 - This item can only contain bi:item or bi:param or bi:data_provider defs.

RSWADMDERR1243 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR1 - Web Application Designer 4.0 Error Messages

• Message number: 243

• Message text: This item can only contain bi:item or bi:param or bi:data_provider defs.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1243 - This item can only contain bi:item or bi:param or bi:data_provider defs. ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1243 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of an item in a Web Application Designer (WAD) application. Specifically, the error states that the item can only contain definitions of types bi:item, bi:param, or bi:data_provider. This typically occurs when the structure of the Web Application is not correctly defined according to the expected types.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item in question may have been defined with an incorrect type that is not allowed in the context of the Web Application Designer.
  Invalid Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the properties of the item, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid item type.
  Corrupted Application: Sometimes, the application may become corrupted, leading to unexpected behavior and errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Definitions: Review the definitions of the items in your Web Application. Ensure that they are defined as bi:item, bi:param, or bi:data_provider. You can do this by:
  
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