How To Fix SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT063 - Display name for UI element &1 differs from element name in view &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT - Web Dynpro Metadata ADT

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Display name for UI element &1 differs from element name in view &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT063 - Display name for UI element &1 differs from element name in view &3 ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT063 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the display name of a UI element and its actual name in the underlying view. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications, where UI elements are defined in the view and their display names are set for user interface purposes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The display name of a UI element (e.g., a text label) does not match the name of the element as defined in the view.
  This can happen due to manual changes, inconsistencies in naming conventions, or if the UI element was renamed without updating the corresponding display name.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the UI Element Definition:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP Web Dynpro Workbench (transaction code SE80).
  Navigate to the view where the error is occurring.
  Locate the UI element that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Verify Display Name:
  
  Check the properties of the UI element and ensure that the display name matches the element name as defined in the view.
  If the display name is incorrect, update it to match the element name.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  After making changes, perform a consistency check on the Web Dynpro component to ensure that there are no other discrepancies.
  You can do this by using the "Check" option in the Web Dynpro Workbench.
  
  
  
  Activate the Component:
  
  Once the changes are made, activate the Web Dynpro component to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Application:
  
  Run the application to verify that the error has been resolved and that the UI elements are displaying correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Dynpro: A SAP technology for developing web-based applications with a focus on user interface design.
  Naming Conventions: It's a good practice to maintain consistent naming conventions for UI elements to avoid such discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.