How To Fix /PLMU/UI_CADV005 - Filepath is initial; Viewer will not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_CADV -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Filepath is initial; Viewer will not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_CADV005 - Filepath is initial; Viewer will not be started ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_CADV005 Filepath is initial; Viewer will not be started typically occurs when the system is unable to locate the file path required to open a viewer for a specific document or report. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to view a document, report, or any other file that requires a viewer application.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing File Path: The file path for the viewer application is not set or is empty (initial).
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the viewer in the SAP system may not be properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the viewer or the file path.
  System Settings: The system may not have the required viewer application installed or configured correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and check the configuration settings for the viewer. This can usually be found in the transaction code related to the viewer settings