How To Fix QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API028 - Catalog filter &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Catalog filter &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API028 - Catalog filter &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QIE_CUSTOMIZING_API028 indicates that a catalog filter specified in your configuration does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when working with the SAP Fiori Launchpad or when configuring catalogs and groups in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Catalog Filter: The catalog filter specified in your configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the filter may not have been created or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog filter was created in a different system (like a development system) and not transported correctly to the current system (like a quality or production system), it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the catalog filter, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Filter: Verify that the catalog filter you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or using transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) or LPD_CUST (Launchpad Customization).
  
  
  Create or Activate the Filter: If the catalog filter does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is inactive, ensure it is activated.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the filter was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that they were successfully imported into the current system.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the catalog filter. You can check this in the role assignments and authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PFCG, LPD_CUST, and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing roles, catalogs, and groups.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.