How To Fix /PF1/MSG_GUI014 - Position on node in Favorites list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_GUI -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Position on node in Favorites list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI014 - Position on node in Favorites list ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI014 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Favorites list in the SAP GUI. This message usually appears when the system is unable to find or position to a specific node in the Favorites list, which can happen for various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Favorites List: The Favorites list may have become corrupted or improperly configured.
  Missing Nodes: The specific node or transaction that you are trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific transaction or node.
  SAP GUI Version Issues: There may be compatibility issues with the version of the SAP GUI being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Favorites Configuration:
  
  Go to the Favorites list and check if the node you are trying to access is still present.
  If it is missing, you may need to re-add it.
  
  
  
  Reset Favorites:
  
  If the Favorites list is corrupted, you can reset it. This can be done by deleting the existing Favorites and re-adding them.
  To reset, navigate to the Favorites menu, right-click, and choose to delete or manage your favorites.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the transaction or node. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI. If not, consider updating to the latest version to resolve any compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to /PF1/MSG_GUI014.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your internal IT support or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Documentation: Review the official SAP GUI documentation for more details on managing Favorites.
  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 transaction codes related to managing user settings and favorites, such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and restore functionality to your Favorites list in SAP.