How To Fix W3_TOOL203 - Error in parameter specification for theme

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W3_TOOL - ITS: Maintenance Messages

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Error in parameter specification for theme

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W3_TOOL203 - Error in parameter specification for theme ?

  SAP Error Message:
  W3_TOOL203 - Error in parameter specification for theme
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the parameters provided for a theme in the SAP Web Dynpro or Web GUI environment. Specifically, it indicates that the theme parameter passed to the Web Dynpro application or the SAP GUI is either incorrect, missing, or not properly formatted.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect theme name or ID specified in the URL or configuration.
  The theme specified does not exist or is not available in the system.
  Syntax errors or invalid characters in the theme parameter.
  Issues with the theme configuration in the SAP system (e.g., missing theme files or corrupted theme settings).
  Mismatch between the theme parameter and the SAP GUI or Web Dynpro version.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Theme Parameter:
  
  Check the URL or the parameter string where the theme is specified.
  Ensure the theme name is spelled correctly and matches an existing theme in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Available Themes:
  
  Use transaction SE80