How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL160 - You can only set breakpoints in active and unchanged Source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: You can only set breakpoints in active and unchanged Source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL160 - You can only set breakpoints in active and unchanged Source ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL160 indicates that you are trying to set a breakpoint in a source code that is either not active or has been changed since it was last activated. This is a common issue when working with ABAP development in the SAP Web Dynpro environment.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object: The source code you are trying to debug is not currently active. In SAP, changes to code must be activated before they can be executed or debugged.
  Changed Object: The source code has been modified since the last activation. Breakpoints can only be set in the most recent version of the code that is active.
  Transport Request: If the object is part of a transport request that has not been released or imported into the system, it may not be active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  Go to the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE38).
  Find the object (e.g., a Web Dynpro component, class, or function module) that you are trying to debug.
  Activate the object by selecting it and clicking on the "Activate" button (or using the shortcut Ctrl+F3).
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  Ensure that there are no unsaved changes in the source code. If there are, save and activate the object again.
  If you have made changes, make sure to activate the latest version of the code.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released and that the object is available in the current system.
  
  
  
  Debugging in the Right Context:
  
  Make sure you are debugging the correct instance of the application. Sometimes, if you are running multiple sessions or instances, you might be trying to set a breakpoint in the wrong one.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging in SAP: Familiarize yourself with the debugging tools available in SAP, such as the ABAP Debugger, which allows you to set breakpoints, watchpoints, and analyze the flow of execution.
  Web Dynpro Development: Understanding the lifecycle of Web Dynpro applications can help you manage your development and debugging processes more effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP or the specific components you are working with. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve such problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL160 error and successfully set breakpoints in your source code.