How To Fix FAVORITES083 - Could not create a new folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAVORITES -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Could not create a new folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAVORITES083 - Could not create a new folder ?

  The SAP error message FAVORITES083: Could not create a new folder typically occurs when a user attempts to create a new folder in their favorites but encounters an issue. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create folders in the favorites section.
  System Limitations: There may be a limitation on the number of folders or favorites that can be created in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be a temporary technical issue or a bug in the SAP system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may be corrupted or not properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create folders in the favorites. This can be checked by the system administrator using transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Check System Limits:
  
  Verify if there are any system-imposed limits on the number of favorites or folders. If the limit has been reached, consider deleting some existing favorites or folders.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Log out and log back into the SAP system to see if the issue persists.
  Clear the SAP GUI cache. This can sometimes resolve temporary glitches.
  If the problem continues, consider checking for any known issues or patches related to the SAP version being used.
  
  
  
  User Profile Reset:
  
  If the user profile is suspected to be corrupted, the user may need to reset their profile settings or create a new user profile.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details of the error message and any steps taken to troubleshoot.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles and authorizations.
  User Documentation: Review any user documentation or training materials related to managing favorites in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FAVORITES083 error message.