How To Fix WD096 - Error in predefined content: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Error in predefined content: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD096 - Error in predefined content: & ?

  The SAP error message:
  WD096 Error in predefined content: &
  typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro applications, especially when dealing with predefined content such as standard components, views, or configurations that are delivered by SAP.
  
  Cause
  
  The error WD096 indicates that there is an issue with the predefined content that the Web Dynpro application or component is trying to use.
  The placeholder & in the message is usually replaced by the name or identifier of the problematic predefined content.
  Common causes include:
  
  Missing or corrupted predefined content objects (e.g., views, components, configurations).
  Incomplete or failed transport/import of Web Dynpro components or predefined content.
  Version mismatch between the Web Dynpro application and the predefined content.
  Authorization issues preventing access to the predefined content.
  Inconsistent or incorrect configuration in the Web Dynpro application referencing the predefined content.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the exact predefined content name:
  
  Look at the full error message in the system log or trace to identify which predefined content is causing the problem.
  
  
  
  Verify the existence and integrity of the predefined content:
  
  Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE84 (Repository Information System) to check if the predefined content object exists.
  If missing, try to re-import or restore the predefined content from a transport or SAP standard delivery.
  
  
  
  Check transport/import logs:
  
  If the issue appeared after a transport, verify that the transport was imported successfully without errors.
  Re-import the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check version compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the Web Dynpro application/component and the predefined content are compatible and from the same release or support package level.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user running the Web Dynpro application has the necessary authorizations to access the predefined content.
  
  
  
  Clear cache and restart services:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the Web Dynpro cache or restarting the ICM or application server can resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to error WD096 for your specific SAP version.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction / Tools:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator to check Web Dynpro components and views.
  ST22: Check for dumps related to the error.
  SM21: System log for error details.
  SLG1: Application log for Web Dynpro errors.
  SICF: Check and activate Web services if relevant.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Web Dynpro ABAP Developer Guide.
  SAP Notes related to Web Dynpro predefined content errors.
  
  
  
  Common scenarios:
  
  Errors after system upgrade or patching.
  Errors after transport import.
  Custom Web Dynpro applications referencing standard SAP predefined content.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact predefined content name or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.