How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL146 - Window & contains at least one obsolete view usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Window & contains at least one obsolete view usage

What causes this issue?

Window "&V1&" contains at least one obsolete or incomplete view usage.
The embedding path for the view usage is "&V2&".

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?

Delete the view usage using the context menu in the tree control in
order to get a consistent status of the metadata.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL146 - Window & contains at least one obsolete view usage ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL146 indicates that a window in your SAP application contains at least one obsolete view usage. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications, where views are used to define the user interface components.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the use of a view that has been marked as obsolete. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  View Deprecation: The view may have been deprecated in a newer version of the application or framework.
  Changes in the Application: Updates or changes in the application may have rendered certain views obsolete.
  Development Practices: During development, views may be replaced or refactored, leading to the use of outdated references.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Obsolete View:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP Web Dynpro Workbench (transaction code SWDP).
  Check the window definition that is causing the error and identify which view is marked as obsolete.
  
  
  
  Replace or Update the View:
  
  If the obsolete view has a newer version or a recommended replacement, update the window to use the new view.
  If the view is no longer needed, you may remove it from the window definition.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any other components or views that depend on the obsolete view are also updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Rebuild and Test:
  
  After making the necessary changes, rebuild the application and test it to ensure that the error is resolved and that the application functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or release notes for any changes related to the views you are using. This can provide insights into why a view was marked as obsolete and what alternatives are available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Web Dynpro Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the Web Dynpro framework and best practices for managing views and components.
  Development Guidelines: Follow SAP's development guidelines to avoid using obsolete components in the future.
  
  By addressing the obsolete view usage, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL146 error and ensure your Web Dynpro application is up to date.