How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL261 - Context element &1 cannot be moved to &2

SWDP_WB_TOOL261 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Context element &1 cannot be moved to &2

What causes this issue?

You attempted to move the context element &V1& to &V2& within the
context. This is not possible if:
&V2& belongs to a node for which mapping is defined
&V2& is a (direct or indirect) lower-level node of &V1& or an attribute
of &V1&
&V1& violates the uniqueness rule at the target position for the names
of attributes and child nodes of a context node
&V1& is a context node and &V2& is an attribute

System Response

The system rejects the move process.

How to fix this error?

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

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_TOOL261 - Context element &1 cannot be moved to &2 ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL261, which states "Context element &1 cannot be moved to &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro development. This error indicates that there is an issue with the movement or assignment of context elements (like attributes or nodes) within the Web Dynpro component's context.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incompatible Context Types: The context element you are trying to move may not be compatible with the target context. For example, you might be trying to move a node to a context that expects a different type of node or attribute.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: The context structure may not allow the movement due to hierarchical constraints. For instance, if the target context is not a valid parent or sibling of the source context.
  
  
  Data Binding Issues: If the context element is bound to a UI element or another component, moving it may violate the binding