How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD043 - All texts start with: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 043

• Message text: All texts start with: &1

What causes this issue?

You want to translate the texts in the launchpad (folder names, link
texts and descriptions that are displayed in the portal under the
relevant links).

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?

If you have not yet transported the launchpad, you first have to include
the texts in a workbench transport request.
This means the texts are stored as <LS>General Texts</> (TX) with the
prefix "&V1&".
In the Easy Access menu, choose <LS>Tools</> -> <LS>ABAP Workbench</> ->
<LS>Utilities </> -> <LS>Translation</> -> <LS>Short and Long Texts</>
(SE63).
You then choose <LS>Translation</> -> <LS>ABAP Objects</> -> <LS>Long
Texts (Documentation)</>.
You branch to the dialog box <LS>Object Type Selection</>.
Expand the node <LS>C6 F1 Help</> and double-click on <LS>TX General
Texts</>.
To select the text, enter "<LB>&V1&</><LB>*</>" in the field <LS>Object
Name</> and "<LB>999999</>" as the <LS>Translation Area</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD043 - All texts start with: &1 ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD043 typically indicates an issue related to the launchpad configuration or the way texts are being retrieved or displayed in the SAP Fiori Launchpad. The message suggests that there is a problem with the text elements, which are expected to be displayed but are not being retrieved correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The texts that are supposed to be displayed in the launchpad are missing or not properly defined in the system.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the available texts, leading to the inability to retrieve the correct text.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the texts or the related objects.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the launchpad or the applications that are supposed to display the texts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Elements: Verify that the required text elements are defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant text tables or using transaction codes like SE11 or SE78 to see if the texts exist.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings (SU01) or by using the transaction code SMLT to manage language settings.
  Authorization Check: Review the user’s authorizations to ensure they have access to the necessary objects and texts. Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Launchpad Configuration: Review the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad. Ensure that the tiles and target mappings are correctly set up and that they point to the right applications.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included all necessary objects and texts. You may need to re-transport or adjust the transport request.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori Launchpad configuration and troubleshooting to ensure all settings are correctly applied.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.