How To Fix /PF1/FIORI_UI018 - Return failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FIORI_UI -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Return failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FIORI_UI018 - Return failed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FIORI_UI018 Return failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications and indicates that there was an issue with the return operation in the user interface. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the backend service, data inconsistencies, or configuration problems.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Backend Service Issues: The OData service that the Fiori application is trying to call may not be functioning correctly or may not be properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or invalid entries.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the Fiori front-end and the SAP backend can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect settings in the Fiori launchpad or the application configuration can cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Backend Service:
  
  Verify that the OData service is active and functioning correctly. You can do this by testing the service in the SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT).
  Ensure that the service is correctly registered in the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the action that caused the error.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it is complete and valid. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection between the Fiori front-end and the SAP backend.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the Fiori launchpad configuration and the specific application settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the backend, you can enable debugging to trace the error and identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori Documentation: Review the official SAP Fiori documentation for guidance on troubleshooting common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for managing OData services and /IWFND/GW_CLIENT for testing services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /PF1/FIORI_UI018 Return failed error in your SAP Fiori application.