How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL085 - Event and controller can only be maintained for event handlers

SWDP_WB_TOOL085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WB_TOOL - Web Dynpro: Messages for Workbench Tools

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Event and controller can only be maintained for event handlers

What causes this issue?

By specifying an event, controller, and component application, a
user-defined event is assigned to an event handler.
In the case of event handlers for actions and inbound plugs, an explicit
assignment is not necessary because the assignment takes place
implicitly through the creation of the action or the inbound plug.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL085 - Event and controller can only be maintained for event handlers ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL085 typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications when you are trying to maintain an event or controller that is not applicable for the current context. This error indicates that the event and controller can only be maintained for event handlers, meaning that the operation you are attempting is not valid for the selected component or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Context: You may be trying to maintain an event or controller in a context where it is not applicable. For example, you might be trying to add an event handler to a view or component that does not support it.
  Missing Event Handler: The event handler you are trying to maintain may not be defined or may not exist in the current context.
  Component Configuration: The component configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to maintain events or controllers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Context: Ensure that you are