How To Fix WXPA005 - Error during generation of structure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXPA - MAP: External Applications

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error during generation of structure &1

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred whilst generating the interface from MAP for
external application &V2&. The interface structure &V1& could not be
created.

System Response

The interface can be saved but not used. Calling up the MAP read module
will not work.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator. It is possible that you do not have
the correct authorization to be able to create structures.

Procedure for System Administrators

The function module 'DDIF_TABLE_PUT' has returned the error code '&V3&
'. It may be the case that there is no authorization available for
generating structures.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXPA005 - Error during generation of structure &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WXPA005: Error during generation of structure &1:
  
  Error Message
  WXPA005: Error during generation of structure &1
  
  &1 is a placeholder for the name of the structure that failed to generate.
  
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the generation of a structure in the ABAP Dictionary or during the generation of a Web Dynpro component's context structure. The main causes include:
  
  
  Syntax or Consistency Errors in the Structure:
  
  The structure definition contains invalid or inconsistent elements.
  There might be references to non-existing data elements, domains, or types.
  Circular references or recursive definitions in the structure.
  
  
  
  Transport or Repository Issues:
  
  The structure is locked or inconsistent due to transport issues.
  Incomplete or failed previous generation attempts.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  The user does not have sufficient authorization to generate or modify the structure.
  
  
  
  System or Kernel Problems:
  
  Rarely, system inconsistencies or kernel bugs can cause generation failures.
  
  
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps
  
  
  Check the Structure Definition:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the structure name (the one indicated by &1).
  Check for syntax errors or inconsistencies.
  Verify all referenced data elements, domains, and types exist and are active.
  
  
  
  Activate the Structure Manually:
  
  Try to activate the structure manually in SE11.
  If activation fails, the system will provide more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Check for Circular References:
  
  Ensure the structure does not reference itself directly or indirectly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction SE03 or SE09/SE10 to check if the object is locked or part of a transport request.
  Release or correct transport issues if any.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations (e.g., S_DEVELOP, S_OBJ_ACT) to generate or activate dictionary objects.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SM21 (System Log) to check for related runtime errors or dumps.
  
  
  
  Regenerate or Reimport:
  
  If the structure is part of a Web Dynpro component, try regenerating the component.
  If the structure was imported via transport, try reimporting or correcting the transport.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXPA005 or structure generation errors.
  Sometimes specific kernel or patch level issues cause this error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SE11: ABAP Dictionary maintenance.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator, useful for Web Dynpro components.
  Transaction SE24: Class Builder, if the structure is related to class attributes.
  Transaction ST22: Dump analysis.
  Transaction SM21: System log.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to WXPA005.
  
  
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  Error
  WXPA005: Error during generation of structure &1
  
  
  Cause
  Syntax errors, inconsistent references, transport or authorization issues, system bugs
  
  
  Solution
  Check and correct structure definition, activate manually, check transports and authorizations, consult logs and SAP Notes
  
  
  Tools
  SE11, SE80, ST22, SM21, SE03, SE09/SE10
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact structure name or context (e.g., Web Dynpro component, ABAP Dictionary object), I can help you with more specific guidance.