How To Fix W3_TOOL119 - Internal error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W3_TOOL - ITS: Maintenance Messages

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Internal error

What causes this issue?

Error occurred in CL_W3_HELPER=>GET_DYNPRO_COLORS while reading the type
description for class 'CL_GUI_RESOURCES'.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W3_TOOL119 - Internal error ?

  SAP Error Message: W3_TOOL119 Internal error
  
  Cause:
  The error message W3_TOOL119 Internal error typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro or SAP Web Application Server tools. It indicates that an unexpected internal error has happened within the Web Dynpro runtime or related tool components. This is often due to:
  
  Corruption or inconsistency in Web Dynpro application components.
  Issues in the Web Dynpro runtime environment.
  Problems with the underlying SAP kernel or system patches.
  Missing or inconsistent software components or support packages.
  Internal exceptions or runtime errors that are not explicitly handled by the application.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W3_TOOL119 Internal error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Log:
  
  Use transaction ST22 (ABAP Dump Analysis) to check for any short dumps related to this error.
  Use transaction SM21 (System Log) to find any system-level errors.
  Check the Web Dynpro trace files or logs for more detailed information.
  
  
  
  Apply Relevant Support Packages / Patches:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system and Web Dynpro components are up to date with the latest support packages and patches.
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs related to W3_TOOL119 and apply recommended corrections.
  
  
  
  Reset or Rebuild Web Dynpro Components:
  
  Sometimes, inconsistencies in Web Dynpro components cause internal errors.
  Try to regenerate or re-import the affected Web Dynpro applications.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE24 to check and activate the Web Dynpro components.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Verify that the Web Application Server and Web Dynpro runtime are properly configured.
  Check for any missing or corrupted files in the SAP kernel or Web Dynpro runtime.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache and Temporary Files:
  
  Clear the SAP Web Dynpro cache.
  Restart the SAP application server to clear any temporary runtime issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists, collect all relevant logs, dumps, and system information.
  Open a message with SAP Support referencing the error message W3_TOOL119 and provide detailed information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST22 – ABAP Dump Analysis
  SM21 – System Log
  SE80 – Object Navigator (for Web Dynpro components)
  SICF – Maintain Services (check Web Dynpro services)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to W3_TOOL119.
  Common notes may address Web Dynpro runtime errors or internal tool errors.
  
  
  
  Web Dynpro Runtime:
  
  The error is often related to the Web Dynpro runtime environment, which is the SAP UI technology for web applications.
  Ensuring the runtime environment is stable and consistent is key.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Internal runtime error in Web Dynpro or related SAP tool components due to inconsistencies, missing patches, or corrupted components.
  Solution: Analyze dumps/logs, update system, regenerate components, clear cache, and if needed, contact SAP Support.
  Related Info: Use ST22, SM21, SE80; check SAP Notes; verify Web Dynpro runtime and kernel patches.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, system version), I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.