How To Fix RSWADPREXEC004 - No input help for item &1 and parameter &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADPREXEC - Web Application Designer: Preexecution

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No input help for item &1 and parameter &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADPREXEC004 - No input help for item &1 and parameter &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSWADPREXEC004 indicates that there is no input help available for a specific item and parameter in the context of a report or transaction. This error typically arises when a user tries to access a field that is expected to have a dropdown list or a selection help (F4 help) but does not have any associated input help defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Help Definition: The most common cause is that the input help (F4 help) for the specified item and parameter has not been defined in the system.
  Custom Development: If the field is part of a custom development or enhancement, the input help may not have been implemented correctly.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be issues with the data dictionary objects (like domains or data elements) that are supposed to provide the input help.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the input help for that particular field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Help Definition: 
  
  Go to the relevant data element or domain in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check if the input help is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or assign an appropriate input help.
  
  
  
  Custom Development:
  
  If the field is part of a custom program, ensure that the input help is implemented correctly in the code. This may involve using the F4IF_FIELD_VALUE_REQUEST function module or similar methods to provide the input help.
  
  
  
  Review Data Dictionary:
  
  Ensure that the data elements and domains are correctly set up and linked. If there are inconsistencies, they may need to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the input help. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Check the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant program to see how the input help is being called and where it might be failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.