How To Fix WEBDYNPRO_RT016 - Client does not support JavaScript

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBDYNPRO_RT - Message class of Web Dynpro runtime

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Client does not support JavaScript

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBDYNPRO_RT016 - Client does not support JavaScript ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WEBDYNPRO_RT016 Client does not support JavaScript
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a Web Dynpro application running in a web browser detects that the client (browser) does not support or has disabled JavaScript. Web Dynpro applications rely heavily on JavaScript for their UI rendering and interaction. If JavaScript is disabled or the browser is outdated and does not support required JavaScript features, this error is triggered.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Web Dynpro for ABAP applications require JavaScript to be enabled in the browser to function properly.
  The error message WEBDYNPRO_RT016 is raised when the runtime environment detects that JavaScript is not available or supported.
  This can happen if:
  
  JavaScript is disabled in the browser settings.
  The browser is very old or incompatible.
  A browser extension or security policy is blocking JavaScript.
  Network or proxy settings interfere with script loading.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enable JavaScript in the Browser:
  
  Check the browser settings and ensure JavaScript is enabled.
  For example, in Chrome:
  
  Settings ? Privacy and security ? Site Settings ? JavaScript ? Ensure it is allowed.
  
  
  
  Use a Supported Browser:
  
  Use a modern, SAP-supported browser such as:
  
  Google Chrome (latest version)
  Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
  Microsoft Edge (latest version)
  
  
  Avoid outdated browsers like Internet Explorer or very old versions of any browser.
  
  
  
  Check Browser Extensions:
  
  Disable any extensions that might block JavaScript or interfere with page scripts (e.g., NoScript, ad blockers).
  
  
  
  Clear Browser Cache:
  
  Sometimes cached files can cause issues. Clear cache and cookies and reload the application.
  
  
  
  Check Network/Proxy Settings:
  
  Ensure that proxies or firewalls are not blocking JavaScript files or SAP server scripts.
  
  
  
  SAP Frontend Configuration:
  
  Verify that the SAP Web Dynpro runtime environment is correctly configured and up to date.
  Check if any SAP Notes address browser compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WEBDYNPRO_RT016 or browser compatibility issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Help Portal:
  
  Refer to the Web Dynpro ABAP documentation for supported browsers and runtime requirements.
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Educate end-users on the importance of enabling JavaScript and using supported browsers for SAP Web Dynpro applications.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WEBDYNPRO_RT016 Client does not support JavaScript
  
  
  Cause
  JavaScript disabled or unsupported in client browser
  
  
  Solution
  Enable JavaScript, use supported browsers, disable blocking extensions, clear cache
  
  
  Related Info
  SAP Notes, SAP Help Portal, browser compatibility guidelines
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider capturing browser console logs and network traces to diagnose further or contact SAP support with detailed information.