How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL140 - Window cannot have the same name as a view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Window cannot have the same name as a view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL140 - Window cannot have the same name as a view ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL140 indicates that there is a naming conflict in the SAP Web Dynpro application development environment. Specifically, it occurs when you attempt to create a window with the same name as an existing view. In SAP Web Dynpro, both windows and views are essential components, and they must have unique names to avoid confusion in the application structure.
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Naming Conflict: You are trying to create a new window with a name that is already used by an existing view in the same Web Dynpro component.
  Misunderstanding of Naming Conventions: Developers may not be aware that windows and views must have distinct names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Rename the Window:
  
  Choose a different, unique name for the window you are trying to create. Ensure that it does not conflict with any existing views in the same Web Dynpro component.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Views:
  
  Review the existing views in your Web Dynpro component to identify any naming conflicts. You can do this by navigating to the Web Dynpro component in the SAP development environment.
  
  
  
  Consistency in Naming:
  
  Establish a consistent naming convention for your windows and views to avoid future conflicts. For example, you might prefix window names with "wnd" and view names with "vw" to differentiate them easily.
  
  
  
  Recreate if Necessary:
  
  If you have already created the window and are facing this error, you may need to delete the conflicting window and recreate it with a new name.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro Components: Understand the structure of Web Dynpro components, which include views, windows, and other elements.
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with best practices for naming elements in SAP Web Dynpro to prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Web Dynpro for more detailed guidelines on component design and naming conventions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL140 error and continue with your Web Dynpro development without further issues.