How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD042 - Icon path required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Icon path required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD042 - Icon path required ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD042 indicates that there is a missing icon path for a specific application or tile in the SAP Fiori Launchpad. This error typically arises when the system is unable to locate the icon that is supposed to be displayed for a particular tile or application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Icon Path: The most common cause is that the icon path for the tile is not defined or is incorrectly configured in the Launchpad configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application or tile may have been configured without specifying the correct icon URL or path.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, the icon path may not have been included or may not exist in the target system.
  File Deletion: The icon file may have been deleted or moved from its original location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tile Configuration:
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad Designer.
  Locate the tile that is causing the error.
  Verify the icon settings in the tile configuration. Ensure that the icon path is correctly specified and points to a valid icon file.
  
  
  
  Update Icon Path:
  
  If the icon path is missing or incorrect, update it with the correct URL or path to the icon file.
  Ensure that the icon file is accessible and exists in the specified location.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary files and configurations were included.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration with the correct icon paths.
  
  
  
  Check for File Existence:
  
  Verify that the icon file exists in the specified location. If it has been deleted or moved, restore it to the correct location.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  After making changes, clear the browser cache or the SAP Fiori Launchpad cache to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori Launchpad: The Fiori Launchpad is a web-based interface that provides a single point of access to various applications and services in SAP.
  Icon Types: Icons can be standard SAP icons or custom icons. Ensure that the correct type is being used in the configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Fiori Launchpad configuration for detailed steps on how to configure tiles and icons.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Fiori team for further investigation.