How To Fix FLEX_TABLE018 - An icon could not be found; some functionalities may be affected

FLEX_TABLE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FLEX_TABLE - Error and accessibility messages for the flex table

• Message number: 018

• Message text: An icon could not be found; some functionalities may be affected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLEX_TABLE018 - An icon could not be found; some functionalities may be affected ?

  The SAP error message FLEX_TABLE018 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific icon that is required for certain functionalities within the application. This can lead to some features not being displayed or functioning correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Icon Files: The icon files may not be present in the system or the directory where SAP expects to find them.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the user interface may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the icons.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the icons may not have been included or properly transported.
  User-Specific Settings: Sometimes, user-specific settings or profiles may lead to issues in displaying icons.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Icon Availability: Verify that the required icon files are present in the appropriate directories. This may involve checking the SAP GUI installation or the application server.
  Reconfigure User Settings: Reset or reconfigure user-specific settings that may be