How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL347 - The type "&2" of "&1" is deprecated; do not use it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 347

• Message text: The type "&2" of "&1" is deprecated; do not use it

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The type of the UI element is "FRAME". This is deprecated and therefore
should no longer be used.

How to fix this error?

Use instead - depending on the case - UI element "OfficeControl"
(library: "OfficeIntegration") or "InteractiveForm" ("Adobe")

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_TOOL347 - The type "&2" of "&1" is deprecated; do not use it ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL347 indicates that a certain type used in your application is deprecated. This means that the type is no longer recommended for use and may be removed in future releases. The message provides two placeholders: "&1" typically refers to the name of the object (like a class or interface), and "&2" refers to the deprecated type itself.
  Cause:
  The cause of this error is that the application is using a type that has been marked as deprecated in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The type has been replaced by a newer, more efficient type.
  The type may have known issues or limitations that the SAP development team has decided to address by deprecating it.
  The type may not be compatible with newer versions of SAP or may not align with best practices.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Deprecated Type: Check the error message for the specific type that is deprecated. This will help you understand what needs to be changed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Look up the SAP documentation or release notes for the version you are using. SAP often provides guidance on what to use instead of deprecated types.
  
  
  Refactor Your Code: Replace the deprecated type with the recommended alternative. This may involve changing data types in your code, updating method signatures, or modifying how you handle certain objects.
  
  
  Test Your Changes: After making the necessary changes, thoroughly test your application to ensure that it functions correctly with the new type.
  
  
  Check for Additional Deprecations: Sometimes, multiple types may be deprecated at once. Review your codebase for other instances of deprecated types and address them as needed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific type you are using. SAP Notes often provide additional context, workarounds, or recommendations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have implemented.
  Code Review: Regularly review your code for deprecated types, especially when upgrading to newer versions of SAP, to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By addressing the use of deprecated types, you can improve the maintainability and future-proofing of your SAP applications.