How To Fix /PLMU/UI_NAV001 - Navigator settings cannot be maintained because no layout is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/UI_NAV -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Navigator settings cannot be maintained because no layout is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/UI_NAV001 - Navigator settings cannot be maintained because no layout is available ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/UI_NAV001 Navigator settings cannot be maintained because no layout is available typically occurs when a user tries to access or maintain the layout settings in the SAP GUI but there is no layout defined for the user or the specific transaction.
  Cause:
  
  No Layout Defined: The most common cause is that there is no layout defined for the user in the specific transaction or application area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain layouts.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that prevents the layout from being created or accessed.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be set up correctly, or the user may not have the necessary roles assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Layout:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or application where the error occurs.
  Try to create a new layout by selecting the layout options (usually found in the menu under "Settings" or "Layout").
  Save the layout and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain layouts. This can be checked by the system administrator using transaction SU53 or SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Verify that the user profile is correctly set up and that the user has the necessary roles assigned to access the layout settings.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system configuration issues that might be affecting layout availability.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to /PLMU/UI_NAV001.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to layout management, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  User Roles: Understanding user roles and authorizations in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to access and permissions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on layout management and user settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and maintain the navigator settings as needed.