How To Fix SWDP_WB_TOOL_VD_ACC018 - &1 "&2" is not accessible; tooltip and accDescr are not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WB_TOOL_VD_ACC - ACC Checks

• Message number: 018

• Message text: &1 "&2" is not accessible; tooltip and accDescr are not set

What causes this issue?

UI elements of type Gantt, BusinessGraphics, Network, and GeoMap are not
accessible by definition.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information, see the relevant entries under "UI Elements /
Inaccessible Elements" in SAP Accessibility Standards for Web Dynpro
Application Developers, or in the related guidelines.
An note should be provided for the Tooltip or AccessibilityDescription
properties of the non-accessible element explaining where an accessible
equivalent can be found in the UI.

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_TOOL_VD_ACC018 - &1 "&2" is not accessible; tooltip and accDescr are not set ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WB_TOOL_VD_ACC018 typically indicates that there is an issue with the accessibility of a specific component or resource in the SAP Web Dynpro application. The message suggests that the tooltip and accessibility description (accDescr) for a particular UI element are not set, which can lead to accessibility issues or problems in rendering the UI correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tooltip or Accessibility Description: The error occurs when a Web Dynpro component is expected to have a tooltip or accessibility description defined, but it is missing. This can happen if the developer did not set these properties for the UI element.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Web Dynpro application that prevent the proper loading of the component.
  Development Errors: If the application was recently developed or modified, there may be coding errors or omissions that lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Set Tooltip and Accessibility Description:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP Web Dynpro Workbench.
  Locate the UI element that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the tooltip and accDescr properties are set correctly. You can do this in the properties panel of the UI element.
  
  
  
  Check Component Configuration:
  
  Verify that the component configuration is correct and that all necessary resources are available.
  Ensure that the component is properly activated and that there are no transport issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to see where the error is being triggered.
  Check for any runtime exceptions or logs that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for Web Dynpro to understand the requirements for tooltips and accessibility descriptions.
  Ensure that you are following best practices for UI development in SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the application thoroughly to ensure that the error is resolved and that the UI behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Web Dynpro Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the guidelines for developing Web Dynpro applications, especially regarding accessibility and UI element properties.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the missing tooltip and accessibility description, you should be able to resolve the error and improve the accessibility of your Web Dynpro application.