How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL408 - No default view (set) defined in the area "...&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 408

• Message text: No default view (set) defined in the area "...&1"

What causes this issue?

No default view (set) is defined in area "...&V1&".
In the window, an area (a view container or a view set area) exists in
which views or view sets are embedded, but the default property is not
set for any of these views or views.
The position of the area is "&V1&".

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Identify the area in question and assign the default property to one of
the embedded views or view sets.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL408 - No default view (set) defined in the area "...&1" ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL408, which states "No default view (set) defined in the area '...&1'", typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a default view or view set for the specified area, which is necessary for rendering the application correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default View: The most common cause is that the application does not have a default view defined for the specified area. This can happen if the application was not properly configured or if the view was deleted or not created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Web Dynpro component or the application itself, leading to the absence of a default view.
  Development Errors: If the application is still in development, it might not have been fully implemented, leading to missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Default View:
  
  Go to the Web Dynpro component in the SAP Web Dynpro Workbench (transaction code SE80).
  Check the views defined in the component and ensure that a default view is set for the specified area.
  If a default view is not defined, create one and set it as the default.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the Web Dynpro application. Ensure that all necessary views and components are correctly configured.
  Check the application configuration in the Web Dynpro application settings to ensure that the default view is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Development:
  
  If you are in a development environment, review the development logs and ensure that all necessary components are implemented and activated.
  Make sure that the application is fully activated and that there are no errors in the development environment.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the application was transported from one system to another, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. Sometimes, missing objects can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Web Dynpro to understand the requirements for defining views and configuring applications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Builder) may be useful for checking related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to Web Dynpro and this specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the missing view.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_WB_TOOL408 error and ensure that your Web Dynpro application functions correctly.