How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL243 - Node &1: The supply function &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Node &1: The supply function &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The supply function is used at runtime to determine the collection type
of a node - provided it is used, but is not yet determined.
The supply function &V2&, to which node &V1& is assigned, does not yet
exist, however.

System Response

Error message of syntax analysis.

How to fix this error?

Check the name of the supply function.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL243 - Node &1: The supply function &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL243 typically indicates that there is an issue with a supply function that is referenced in your application or configuration but does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications or when working with SAP's supply chain management functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supply Function: The supply function specified in the error message (&2) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration error, a missing transport, or an incorrect reference in the application.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application might be incorrectly configured to reference a supply function that has been deleted or never created.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the supply function may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supply Function Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP1 for supply functions in SAP APO) and verify if the supply function exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport.
  
  
  
  Review Application Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the Web Dynpro application or the relevant component to ensure that it is correctly referencing the existing supply function.
  Update the configuration to point to the correct supply function if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the supply function was supposed to be included in a transport request, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully transported.
  If it was not included, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the missing supply function.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or module you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to the supply function.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP1 for supply functions, or other related transactions depending on your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message SWDP_WB_TOOL243 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific fixes or patches available.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the application to identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.