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How To Fix WXP355 - Reference field &1-&2 does not exist in the data dictionary


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

  • Message number: 355

  • Message text: Reference field &1-&2 does not exist in the data dictionary

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP355 - Reference field &1-&2 does not exist in the data dictionary ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WXP355 Reference field &1-&2 does not exist in the data dictionary


    Meaning / Cause:

    This warning message occurs when a reference field specified in a Web Dynpro component or application does not exist in the ABAP Data Dictionary (DDIC). The placeholders &1 and &2 represent the name of the reference field and the context node or structure where it is expected.

    In other words, the Web Dynpro application or component is trying to use a field as a reference (e.g., for binding, context mapping, or UI element property) that is not defined in the underlying DDIC structure or table.


    Common Scenarios:

    • You have defined a context attribute or node in Web Dynpro that refers to a DDIC structure or table, but the field name used as a reference does not exist in that DDIC object.
    • A UI element or context mapping is trying to bind to a field that is misspelled or missing in the DDIC structure.
    • The DDIC object was changed or deleted after the Web Dynpro component was created, causing the reference to become invalid.
    • The Web Dynpro component is using a custom structure or table that was not properly activated or transported.

    How to Identify:

    • Check the exact field name (&1) and the context node or structure (&2) mentioned in the message.
    • Look up the DDIC structure or table in transaction SE11.
    • Verify if the field exists in the DDIC object.
    • Check the Web Dynpro component’s context and UI element bindings for the reference field.

    Solution:

    1. Correct the Reference Field Name:

      • If the field name is misspelled in the Web Dynpro context or UI element, correct it to match the exact field name in the DDIC.
    2. Add the Missing Field to the DDIC Object:

      • If the field is missing in the DDIC structure or table but should exist, add it via SE11 and activate the object.
    3. Adjust the Context Node or Attribute:

      • If the context node or attribute is incorrectly defined, redefine it to match the DDIC structure.
    4. Re-activate the Web Dynpro Component:

      • After correcting the DDIC or Web Dynpro definitions, re-activate the component to clear the warning.
    5. Check Transport and Activation Status:

      • Ensure that all related DDIC objects and Web Dynpro components are properly transported and activated in the system.

    Additional Notes:

    • This is a warning (WXP355), not an error, so the application might still run but could behave unexpectedly or have missing data.
    • Always ensure consistency between Web Dynpro context definitions and the underlying DDIC objects.
    • Use transaction SE80 or the Web Dynpro Explorer to inspect and edit context nodes and attributes.
    • Use transaction SE11 to inspect and maintain DDIC structures and tables.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause Reference field in Web Dynpro does not exist in the DDIC structure or table.
    Effect Warning message WXP355; potential runtime issues due to missing field.
    Solution Correct field name, add missing field to DDIC, adjust context definitions, re-activate.
    Tools to Use SE11 (DDIC), SE80/Web Dynpro Explorer (Web Dynpro components), SE24 (if classes involved)

    If you provide the exact field and context names (&1 and &2), I can help you with more specific guidance.

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