How To Fix 5A706 - The last category was hidden - all categories will be displayed again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 706

• Message text: The last category was hidden - all categories will be displayed again

What causes this issue?

All functions that can be carried out by the user in"Manager's
Desktop"
have been hidden.

System Response

You can not use "Manager's Desktop" without these functions, all
categories are to be displayed again.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A706 - The last category was hidden - all categories will be displayed again ?

  The SAP error message "5A706 The last category was hidden - all categories will be displayed again" typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize a hierarchical structure for categorization, such as in the SAP GUI or certain transaction codes. This message indicates that the user has hidden the last category in a hierarchical list, which is not allowed, as it would leave no categories visible.
  Cause:
  
  User Action: The user may have attempted to hide the last visible category in a list or tree structure. SAP does not allow the last category to be hidden because it would result in an empty view.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that dictate how categories are displayed or hidden.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Show Categories: To resolve this error, the user should ensure that at least one category remains visible. This can typically be done by:
  
  Navigating back to the category view and selecting a different category to display.
  Using the option to "Show All" or "Expand" categories if available.
  
  
  
  Resetting the View: If the user is unable to navigate back, they may need to reset their view or preferences in the application to restore the default category display.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify category visibility settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to your SAP support team may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates/patches that could resolve related issues.
  User Training: Providing training for users on how to navigate and manage categories within the SAP application can help prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  System Logs: Reviewing system logs may provide additional context or details about the error, which can be useful for troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.