How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL382 - The specified type &1 does not exist as an active data element in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 382

• Message text: The specified type &1 does not exist as an active data element in DDIC

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 specified type "&V1&" does not exist as an active data element in
the Dictionary.

How to fix this error?

Specify a data element that actively exists in the Dictionary.
Alternatively, you can specify a context attribute that has the
requested type specification for the data element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL382 - The specified type &1 does not exist as an active data element in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL382 indicates that the specified type does not exist as an active data element in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This error typically occurs when you are working with Web Dynpro applications or when you are trying to use a data type that has not been properly defined or activated in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Data Element: The data element specified in the error message does not exist in the Data Dictionary.
  Inactive Data Element: The data element exists but is not activated. This can happen if the data element was recently created or modified and has not been activated yet.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the data element being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the data element was transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been imported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element: Verify that the data element specified in the error message exists in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11). You can do this by:
  
  Going to transaction SE11.
  Entering the name of the data element and checking if it exists.
  
  
  
  Activate Data Element: If the data element exists but is inactive, activate it:
  
  In transaction SE11, select the data element and click on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the spelling of the data element name in your code or configuration to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the data element was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and imported correctly.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Sometimes, the data element may depend on other objects. Ensure that all related objects are also active and correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the data element or its purpose, consult the relevant documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Web Dynpro Documentation: Review the Web Dynpro documentation for any specific requirements regarding data elements and types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL382 error and ensure that the specified data element is correctly defined and active in the SAP system.