How To Fix SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT018 - Missing UI element name in view &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT - Web Dynpro Metadata ADT

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Missing UI element name in view &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT018 - Missing UI element name in view &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT018 indicates that there is a missing UI element name in a specific view within the Web Dynpro application. This error typically arises during the development or runtime of a Web Dynpro application when the framework cannot find a required UI element.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UI Element Definition: The UI element that is expected to be defined in the view is either not created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The view might be incorrectly configured, leading to the absence of the expected UI element.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the name of the UI element in the view definition or in the code that references it.
  Transport Issues: If the application has been transported from one system to another, some elements may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check View Definition: Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP Web Dynpro Workbench (transaction code SE80) and verify that the UI element is defined in the view.
  Correct Naming: Ensure that the name of the UI element matches exactly with what is being referenced in the code. Pay attention to case sensitivity and spelling.
  Recreate Missing Elements: If the UI element is missing, recreate it in the view.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the Web Dynpro application to ensure that all necessary elements are properly configured.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the application is failing to find the UI element.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Web Dynpro for more details on UI element definitions and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing UI element in your Web Dynpro application.