How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD058 - Enter only a personalization dialog or a variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Enter only a personalization dialog or a variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD058 - Enter only a personalization dialog or a variant ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD058 typically occurs when a user attempts to launch a transaction or application in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or SAP GUI, but the system expects either a personalization dialog or a variant to be specified, and neither is provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Personalization Dialog or Variant: The error indicates that the system requires either a personalization dialog (which allows users to customize their view or settings) or a variant (which is a saved set of parameters for a transaction) to be specified for the action you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad or the specific application you are trying to access.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the personalization options or the variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Personalization Dialog or Variant:
  
  If you are trying to launch a transaction, ensure that you have selected a valid variant or personalization option.
  If you are using a custom application, check if it requires specific parameters to be passed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad and the specific application. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  If you are an administrator, check the settings in the SAP Fiori Launchpad Designer to ensure that the application is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the personalization features and variants. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for the specific application or transaction you are trying to access. This may provide insights into required parameters or settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message APB_LAUNCHPAD058 for specific fixes or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Variants: Familiarize yourself with how to create and manage transaction variants in SAP, as this can help in resolving issues related to missing variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.