How To Fix ESDB023 - Favorites Folder not found!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESDB - Messages for Enterprise Services DesignTime

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Favorites Folder not found!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESDB023 - Favorites Folder not found! ?

  The SAP error message ESDB023: Favorites Folder not found! typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specified favorites folder in the user's SAP GUI environment. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Folder Deletion: The favorites folder may have been deleted or moved.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may be corrupted or not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the favorites were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the favorites folder.
  System Migration: If the system has been migrated or upgraded, the favorites structure may not have been properly transferred.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Favorites Folder: Verify if the favorites folder exists. You can do this by navigating to the favorites section in the SAP GUI and checking if the folder is listed.
  Recreate the Folder: If the folder is missing, you can recreate it by right-clicking in the favorites area and selecting "Create Folder."
  Reset User Profile: If the user profile is suspected to be corrupted, you can reset it. This can be done by deleting the user’s local SAP GUI settings (usually found in the SAP GUI installation directory).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the favorites folder. This may require assistance from a system administrator.
  Transport Favorites: If the favorites were supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Settings: Familiarize yourself with how to manage favorites in the SAP GUI, including creating, deleting, and organizing folders.
  User Profile Management: Understanding how user profiles work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to favorites.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to favorites and the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESDB023 error and restore access to your favorites folder in SAP.