How To Fix WD180 - End node for block & not found; block correction not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 180

• Message text: End node for block & not found; block correction not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD180 - End node for block & not found; block correction not possible ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WD180 End node for block & not found; block correction not possible
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in Web Dynpro ABAP applications when the framework expects an end node for a particular UI block but cannot find it in the component's view layout or component structure.
  
  In Web Dynpro, UI elements are organized in a hierarchical tree structure.
  Each block (container) must have a corresponding end node to properly close the block.
  If the end node is missing or incorrectly defined, the framework cannot correctly render or process the UI layout.
  This often happens due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete view layout definition.
  Manual changes in the layout XML or component structure that break the node hierarchy.
  Corrupted or inconsistent component metadata.
  Issues during component upgrade or transport.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the View Layout:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP GUI or Eclipse.
  Navigate to the affected view.
  Verify that all blocks (UI containers) have corresponding end nodes.
  Ensure the UI element hierarchy is complete and correctly closed.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair the View:
  
  If the layout is corrupted, try to recreate the affected block or the entire view.
  Sometimes deleting and re-adding the block or container can fix the missing end node.
  
  
  
  Check Component Metadata:
  
  Use transaction SE80 or WD_COMPONENT to inspect the component.
  Look for inconsistencies or errors in the component's metadata or layout XML.
  
  
  
  Transport and Upgrade Issues:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport or system upgrade, verify that all related objects were transported correctly.
  Re-import or re-activate the component if necessary.
  
  
  
  Activate the Component and Views:
  
  Sometimes simply re-activating the component and all its views can resolve inconsistencies.
  Use the "Activate" function in the Web Dynpro development environment.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the Web Dynpro debugger to trace the UI rendering process.
  Identify where the framework expects the end node and why it is missing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction: SE80 (Object Navigator) or Eclipse with ABAP Development Tools (ADT) for Web Dynpro development.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WD180 or Web Dynpro UI rendering issues.
  Web Dynpro Documentation: SAP Help Portal for Web Dynpro ABAP UI concepts.
  Common Similar Errors: WD181 (Start node not found), WD182 (Node not found), which also relate to UI node hierarchy issues.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WD180 End node for block & not found; block correction not possible
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or corrupted end node in Web Dynpro UI block layout causing rendering failure
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the view layout, recreate missing nodes, re-activate component/views
  
  
  Tools
  SE80, Eclipse ADT, Web Dynpro debugger
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for related fixes and patches
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific component or view name, I can help you with more targeted steps.