How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL218 - The selected component is identical with the basis component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: The selected component is identical with the basis component

What causes this issue?

A component cannot use itself. For this "use", only other components are
allowed.

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_TOOL218 - The selected component is identical with the basis component ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL218, which states "The selected component is identical with the basis component," typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro development. This error indicates that the component you are trying to create or modify is the same as the basis component, which is not allowed in the context of component inheritance or extension.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create a new component or a new version of an existing component that is identical to the basis component. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to create a new component based on an existing one but mistakenly select the same component as the basis.
  There is a misunderstanding in the component hierarchy or structure, leading to an attempt to extend or modify a component that is already the same as the one you are working on.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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