How To Fix WD229 - Container definition has errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Container definition has errors

What causes this issue?

When the container editor was called, an inconsistency was discovered
in the workflow container. This inconsistency leads to a termination of
the current program.

System Response

The commmand was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Please correct the workflow container. Choose the command <LS>Extras ->
Special function -> </><LS>Container correction</> in the Workflow
Builder.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD229 - Container definition has errors ?

  The SAP error message WD229: Container definition has errors typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro ABAP applications. It indicates that there is a problem with the container definition in the Web Dynpro component or view.
  
  Cause
  
  Incorrect or inconsistent container definition: The container (UI element that holds other UI elements or views) is not defined properly in the Web Dynpro component or view.
  Mismatch between container usage and definition: For example, the container is referenced in the code or layout but not properly declared or defined in the component or view metadata.
  Missing or incorrect container name: The container name used in the code or layout does not match the container defined in the Web Dynpro view or component.
  Corrupted or incomplete Web Dynpro component/view metadata: Sometimes, the metadata might be corrupted or incomplete due to transport issues or manual changes.
  Incorrect usage of interface views or embedded views: If the container is supposed to hold an embedded view or interface view, and the embedding is not done correctly, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the container definition in the Web Dynpro view/component:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the SAP GUI or Eclipse.
  Navigate to the view where the container is defined.
  Verify that the container UI element exists and is correctly named.
  Ensure that the container is of the correct type (e.g., CONTAINER, VIEW_CONTAINER, etc.).
  
  
  
  Verify container usage in the code:
  
  Check the Web Dynpro ABAP code (methods like WDDOINIT, WDDOMODIFYVIEW, etc.) where the container is referenced.
  Make sure the container name used in the code matches exactly the container defined in the view.
  
  
  
  Check embedding of views:
  
  If the container is used to embed another view, verify that the embedding is done correctly.
  Ensure the embedded view is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Activate and regenerate the Web Dynpro component:
  
  Sometimes, reactivation of the component and its views can solve metadata inconsistencies.
  Use transaction SE80 or Eclipse to activate the component and views.
  
  
  
  Check for transport or system inconsistencies:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport, verify that all objects were transported correctly.
  Reimport or re-activate the objects if necessary.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the debugger to check at runtime which container is causing the problem.
  Check the call stack and container references.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction / Tools:
  
  SE80 (Object Navigator) to check and edit Web Dynpro components.
  Eclipse with ABAP Development Tools (ADT) for Web Dynpro development.
  WD_COMPONENT and WD_VIEW objects in the repository.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WD229 error.
  Sometimes specific kernel or Web Dynpro framework patches fix related issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal: Web Dynpro ABAP documentation.
  SAP Community forums and blogs for similar issues and solutions.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Container not properly defined or mismatched container name in Web Dynpro view/component
  
  
  Solution
  Verify container definition and usage, correct names, activate component, check embedding
  
  
  Tools
  SE80, Eclipse ADT, Debugger
  
  
  Related Info
  SAP Notes, SAP Help Portal, Web Dynpro ABAP documentation
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or code snippet where the error occurs, I can help you diagnose more specifically.