How To Fix WS_TOOL184 - Rename is only allowed in Display-Mode.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Rename is only allowed in Display-Mode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL184 - Rename is only allowed in Display-Mode. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL184 Rename is only allowed in Display-Mode.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to rename an object (such as a Web Dynpro component, window, view, or other development object) in a mode other than Display Mode. In SAP Web Dynpro development tools, certain rename operations are restricted and can only be performed when the object is opened in Display Mode rather than Edit or Change mode.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Display Mode: The mode where the object is opened read-only, allowing you to view properties and metadata but not edit the content.
  Edit/Change Mode: The mode where you can modify the object.
  
  The rename operation is restricted to Display Mode because renaming in Edit Mode could lead to inconsistencies or conflicts in the development environment or repository.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Open the object in Display Mode:
  
  Instead of opening the object for editing, open it in Display Mode.
  In the SAP Web Dynpro Explorer or relevant development tool, right-click the object and choose Display (not Change or Edit).
  
  
  
  Perform the Rename:
  
  Once in Display Mode, perform the rename operation.
  The system will allow renaming because it is safe to do so without risking data inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After renaming, save and activate the object as required.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This restriction is a safeguard to maintain consistency in the SAP development environment.
  If you need to rename an object, always ensure you are not in an editing session.
  If you are working in a transport request, ensure that the rename operation is properly recorded in the transport.
  Sometimes, the development environment or tools might cache the mode; restarting the SAP GUI or development tool can help if the error persists unexpectedly.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Error
  WS_TOOL184 Rename is only allowed in Display-Mode.
  
  
  Cause
  Attempting to rename an object in Edit/Change mode instead of Display Mode.
  
  
  Solution
  Open the object in Display Mode and then rename it.
  
  
  Notes
  Renaming in Display Mode prevents inconsistencies in the repository.
  
  
  
  
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