How To Fix /SAPAPO/FAVSEL017 - Favorite Selections for application &1 cannot be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FAVSEL -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Favorite Selections for application &1 cannot be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL017 - Favorite Selections for application &1 cannot be found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL017 indicates that the favorite selections for a specific application (denoted by &1) cannot be found. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user tries to access a favorite selection that has either been deleted, not created, or is not available in the current user context.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Favorites: The favorite selection may not have been created for the specified application.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the favorite selections.
  Data Deletion: The favorite selection could have been deleted by another user or during a system cleanup.
  Incorrect Application Context: The application context may not be correctly set, leading to the inability to find the favorites.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the retrieval of favorite selections.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create New Favorites: If the favorite selection does not exist, you can create a new favorite selection for the application. Navigate to the relevant application and set up your favorite selections again.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the favorite selections. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Verify Application Context: Make sure that you are in the correct application context when trying to access the favorites. Sometimes switching to the correct application or session can resolve the issue.
  Consult with System Administrator: If you suspect that the favorites were deleted or if there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP system administrator or support team to investigate further.
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues in earlier versions can lead to such errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to the user documentation for the specific application in SAP APO to understand how to manage favorite selections.
  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 resolve the error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL017 and regain access to your favorite selections in SAP APO.