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How To Fix WD702 - Document & could not be displayed


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WD - Workflow definition

  • Message number: 702

  • Message text: Document & could not be displayed

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD702 - Document & could not be displayed ?

    The SAP error message WD702 Document & could not be displayed typically occurs in the Web Dynpro ABAP environment when a requested document or content cannot be rendered or shown in the UI. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:


    Error Message

    WD702 Document & could not be displayed

    • The ampersand (&) is a placeholder for the document name or type.

    Cause

    1. Missing or Incorrect MIME Repository Entry
      The document or MIME object that the Web Dynpro application tries to display is not found in the MIME repository or is incorrectly referenced.

    2. Incorrect URL or Path
      The URL or path to the document is incorrect or the document does not exist at the specified location.

    3. Authorization Issues
      The user does not have sufficient authorization to access the document or the MIME object.

    4. Corrupted or Missing MIME Object
      The MIME object might be corrupted or deleted from the system.

    5. Incorrect Configuration in Web Dynpro Application
      The Web Dynpro component or application is not properly configured to display the document.

    6. Transport or System Issues
      The document might not have been transported correctly between systems (e.g., from development to production).


    Solution

    1. Check MIME Repository

      • Go to transaction SE80 or SE78 and verify that the document or MIME object exists in the MIME repository.
      • If missing, upload the required document or MIME object again.
    2. Verify Document Path/URL

      • Check the code or configuration where the document is referenced.
      • Ensure the path or URL is correct and accessible.
    3. Check Authorizations

      • Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document.
      • Use transaction SU53 after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
    4. Re-import or Re-transport MIME Objects

      • If the document was transported, ensure the transport was successful.
      • Re-import the transport if necessary.
    5. Check Web Dynpro Configuration

      • Review the Web Dynpro component configuration.
      • Ensure that the document display UI element is correctly bound to the document source.
    6. Clear Cache and Restart Services

      • Sometimes, clearing the SAP GUI or Web Dynpro cache helps.
      • Restart the ICM or relevant services if necessary.

    Related Information

    • Transaction SE78: SAP Graphics Management - Manage MIME objects.
    • Transaction SE80: Object Navigator - Check Web Dynpro components and MIME repository.
    • Transaction SU53: Authorization Check - Analyze authorization failures.
    • Web Dynpro Documentation: SAP Help Portal for Web Dynpro ABAP.
    • SAP Notes related to WD702 errors might provide specific patches or corrections.

    Summary

    Aspect Details
    Cause Missing/incorrect MIME object, wrong path, authorization issues, or configuration errors
    Solution Verify MIME repository, check paths, fix authorizations, re-import transports, check config
    Tools SE78, SE80, SU53, SAP Notes
    Additional Clear cache, restart services if needed

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