How To Fix SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT035 - Layout data defintion of Element &1 in view &3 must be of type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT - Web Dynpro Metadata ADT

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Layout data defintion of Element &1 in view &3 must be of type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT035 - Layout data defintion of Element &1 in view &3 must be of type &2 ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT035 typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications when there is a mismatch in the data type definition of a UI element in a view. This error indicates that the layout data definition for a specific UI element (denoted by &1) in a particular view (denoted by &3) is expected to be of a certain type (denoted by &2), but it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Type Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the layout data assigned to a UI element does not match the expected type. For example, if a UI element expects a specific layout data type (like GridData, FlexBoxData, etc.), but a different type is provided, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the UI element in the Web Dynpro component might be incorrect, leading to this type of error.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the UI element definitions, it might lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the expected data type for the layout data of the UI element in the view. Ensure that the layout data you are providing matches this expected type.
  Correct Configuration: Go to the Web Dynpro component and check the configuration of the UI element. Make sure that the layout data is correctly defined and assigned.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the application, review those changes to ensure that they did not introduce any inconsistencies.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools available in SAP to trace the execution and see where the mismatch occurs. This can help identify the exact point of failure.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Web Dynpro to understand the expected types for layout data and ensure compliance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on Web Dynpro components, including how to define and use layout data.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other developers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT035 error in your SAP Web Dynpro application.