How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL233 - Attribute &1 is mapped. Property "Read-only" cannot be deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Attribute &1 is mapped. Property "Read-only" cannot be deactivated

What causes this issue?

You want to switch off the "read only" property of the attribute &V1&.
&V1& contains a mapping to an original attribute with the "read only"
property.

System Response

The system will reject the action.

How to fix this error?

The "read only" property taken over by the mapping is binding for &V1&
and cannot be switched off.
However, if the original attribute does not have the "read only"
property, "read only" can be set for &V1& as a limit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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_TOOL233 - Attribute &1 is mapped. Property "Read-only" cannot be deactivated ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL233 indicates that you are trying to change the "Read-only" property of an attribute that is already mapped in a Web Dynpro application. This typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro for ABAP development when you are working with the component controller or view controller and attempting to modify the properties of an attribute that is bound to a UI element.
  Cause:
  The error arises because:
  
  The attribute in question is currently mapped to a UI element (like an input field) that has its "Read-only" property set.
  The system does not allow you to deactivate the "Read-only" property for attributes that are already bound to UI elements, as this could lead to inconsistencies in the UI behavior.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Mappings: Identify where the attribute is being used in your Web Dynpro application. Look for any UI elements that are bound to this attribute.
  
  
  Modify UI Element Properties: If you want to change the "Read-only" property of the attribute:
  
  Navigate to the UI element that is bound to the attribute.
  Change the "Read-only" property of the UI element itself instead of the attribute. If you want the user to be able to edit the field, ensure that the UI element is not set to read-only.
  
  
  
  Unmap the Attribute: If you need to deactivate the "Read-only" property of the attribute itself:
  
  Temporarily unmap the attribute from the UI element.
  Change the "Read-only" property of the attribute.
  Remap the attribute to the UI element.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or bindings that might be causing the attribute to remain read-only.
  
  
  Rebuild the Application: After making the necessary changes, rebuild and activate your Web Dynpro application to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro for ABAP: This is a development environment for creating web applications in SAP. Understanding the binding and properties of UI elements is crucial for effective development.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Web Dynpro for ABAP for more detailed information on attributes, properties, and UI element bindings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL233 error and successfully modify the properties of your attributes in the Web Dynpro application.