How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE078 - Internal error occured with SALV. (&1, &2, &3, &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Internal error occured with SALV. (&1, &2, &3, &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE078 - Internal error occured with SALV. (&1, &2, &3, &4) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSD_MESSAGE078 Internal error occurred with SALV. (&1, &2, &3, &4)
  
  1. Cause
  This error typically occurs when there is an internal problem within the SALV (Simple ALV) framework while trying to display or manipulate ALV grids or lists. The SALV model is used in ABAP to create ALV reports easily.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect or inconsistent data passed to SALV classes: For example, the internal table or field catalog might be malformed or inconsistent.
  Incompatible or missing SALV components: Sometimes, the SAP kernel or relevant SALV classes might be outdated or corrupted.
  Programming errors: Incorrect usage of SALV methods or parameters.
  Authorization issues: Lack of proper authorizations to execute SALV-related functions.
  System inconsistencies or patches: Missing SAP notes or patches related to SALV.
  
  The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) in the message usually provide more specific information about the internal error, such as the method or class where the error occurred, or an error code.
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the detailed message parameters: Look at the actual values of &1, &2, &3, &4 in the dump or message log to understand the exact nature of the internal error.
  
  
  Review the ABAP code:
  
  Ensure that the internal table passed to SALV is properly defined and filled.
  Verify that the field catalog or structure matches the internal table.
  Check that SALV methods are called in the correct sequence.
  
  
  
  Debug the program:
  
  Set breakpoints around the SALV calls.
  Trace the internal table and SALV object creation.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to SALV errors or the specific error parameters.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Kernel and Components:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is up to date with the latest kernel patches.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute SALV-related functions.
  
  
  
  Test with a simple SALV report:
  
  Try running a standard SALV example to check if the SALV framework works in general.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists, raise a message with SAP, providing the full dump and error details.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  SALV Framework:
  
  SALV (Simple ALV) is a modern and simplified way to create ALV reports in ABAP, introduced to replace older ALV function modules and classes.
  
  
  Common SALV Classes:
  
  CL_SALV_TABLE
  CL_SALV_COLUMNS
  CL_SALV_FUNCTIONS
  CL_SALV_LAYOUT
  
  
  
  Typical SALV Usage Pattern:
  DATA: lo_alv TYPE REF TO cl_salv_table.
  cl_salv_table=>factory(
    IMPORTING r_salv_table = lo_alv
    CHANGING  t_table      = it_data ).
  lo_alv->display( ).
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Note 0000000 (replace with actual note numbers found relevant).
  SAP Help Portal on SALV: https://help.sap.com/viewer/abapdocu_750_index_htm/7.50/en-US/index.htm?file=abencl_salv_table.htm
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual parameters (&1, &2, &3, &4) from the error message, I can help interpret them more precisely.