How To Fix /SAPAPO/APOGRID097 - Icon display deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/APOGRID -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Icon display deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/APOGRID097 - Icon display deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/APOGRID097 with the description "Icon display deactivated" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the display of icons in the APO Grid. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration settings, user authorizations, or system performance issues.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The grid settings may not be configured to display icons properly.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain icons or features.
  Performance Issues: If the system is experiencing performance issues, it may disable certain display features to improve responsiveness.
  Browser Compatibility: Sometimes, the issue can be related to the browser being used to access the SAP system.
  SAP GUI Version: An outdated version of the SAP GUI may not support certain features.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Verify the grid settings in the APO configuration. Ensure that the icon display settings are enabled.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP1 for the SNP planning book) and check the settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the icons. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling heavy jobs during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Browser Compatibility:
  
  Try accessing the SAP system using a different browser or updating the current browser to the latest version. Ensure that the browser settings allow for the display of icons.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  If you are using an outdated version of the SAP GUI, consider updating it to the latest version to ensure compatibility with all features.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific issue. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO and grid settings for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/APOGRID097 error message.