How To Fix WXP418 - First create &1 &2 under &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 418

• Message text: First create &1 &2 under &3 &4

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain or display the sub-tree for characteristic value
&V2& for plan characteristic &V1& in the planning hierarchy.
The nodes with characteristic value &V2& has not yet been entered in
the planning hierarchy below characteristic value &V4& for plan
characteristic &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter characteristic value &V2& for plan characteristic &V1& below
characteristic value &V4& for plan characteristic &V3&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP418 - First create &1 &2 under &3 &4 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message: WXP418
  Message Text:
  
  First create &1 &2 under &3 &4
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or reference an object (like a node, folder, or entry) in the SAP Web Dynpro or SAP Workflow context, but the parent object under which it should be created does not exist yet. Essentially, the system expects a hierarchical structure, and you are attempting to create a child object before its parent has been created.
  For example, in Web Dynpro, if you try to create a UI element or node under a component or view that hasn't been created or activated, this error will be triggered.
  
  Explanation:
  
  &1 = Object type you are trying to create (e.g., node, folder, step)
  &2 = Name of the object you are trying to create
  &3 = Parent object type (e.g., component, folder)
  &4 = Name of the parent object
  
  The message tells you that before creating the child object (&1 &2), you must first create the parent object (&3 &4).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy:
  
  Verify the parent object (&3 &4) exists in the system. If it does not, create it first.
  
  
  Create Parent Object First:  
  
  In Web Dynpro, ensure that the component, view, or node under which you want to create the new object is already created and activated.
  In Workflow, ensure the container or step under which you want to add a new step or element exists.
  
  
  
  Activate Objects:
  
  Sometimes objects exist but are not activated. Activate the parent object to make it available.
  
  
  Correct Sequence:
  
  Follow the correct sequence of creation in your development or configuration process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in Web Dynpro ABAP development and SAP Workflow design.
  Check transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SWDD (Workflow Builder) to verify object existence.
  If you are working with Web Dynpro, ensure that the component and views are properly created and activated before adding nodes or UI elements.
  For Workflow, ensure that the workflow container or steps are created before adding dependent steps or elements.
  
  
  Example:
  If the message says:
  
  First create node NODE1 under view VIEW1 COMPONENT COMP1
  
  You need to:  
  
  Check if VIEW1 exists under component COMP1.  
  If VIEW1 does not exist, create it first.  
  Then create the node NODE1 under VIEW1.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or the full message with parameters, I can help you with a more specific solution.