How To Fix FAVORITES023 - Favorite type '&1' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAVORITES -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Favorite type '&1' is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAVORITES023 - Favorite type '&1' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message FAVORITES023 indicates that there is an issue with a favorite that has been defined in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that the favorite type specified (denoted by &1) is invalid. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Favorite Type: The favorite type specified may not be recognized by the system. This could happen if the favorite was created in a different system or if the type has been removed or changed.
  Corrupted Favorites: The favorites list may have become corrupted, leading to invalid entries.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the favorite type.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If the system has been upgraded or if there have been changes to the configuration, some favorite types may no longer be valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Favorite Type: Verify the favorite type that is causing the error. Ensure that it is a valid type recognized by the system.
  Delete Invalid Favorites: If you can identify the invalid favorite, consider deleting it from your favorites list. You can do this by navigating to the favorites menu and removing the problematic entry.
  Recreate Favorites: If a favorite is corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Navigate to the transaction or report you want to add as a favorite and add it again.
  User Authorizations: Check with your system administrator to ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the favorite type.
  System Check: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis team to see if there are any known issues with the system or if any recent changes could have affected the favorites functionality.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Refer to the SAP user documentation for guidance on managing favorites and understanding the different types of favorites available in the system.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAVORITES023 error and restore functionality to your favorites in SAP.