How To Fix TPDA609 - Only the layout of the user-specific desktop was saved.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPDA - Debugger

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Only the layout of the user-specific desktop was saved.

What causes this issue?

The layout - that is the allocation of tools on the debugger desktop -
can be freely configured by the user.
This layout can also be persisted for user-specific desktops (in
debugger desktop 1-3). Preconfigured standard desktops can also be
configured. Their configuration, however, is not saved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPDA609 - Only the layout of the user-specific desktop was saved. ?

  The SAP error message TPDA609, which states "Only the layout of the user-specific desktop was saved," typically occurs when there is an issue with saving the layout of a user-specific desktop in the SAP GUI. This message indicates that while the system attempted to save the layout, it was only able to save the user-specific settings and not the overall desktop layout.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save the desktop layout.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP GUI or the backend system that prevent the layout from being saved correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for saving certain types of layouts or may have restrictions in place.
  User-Specific Settings: The user may have made changes that are not compatible with the overall desktop layout.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to save layouts. This can be checked by an administrator using transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Restart SAP GUI: Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP GUI can resolve temporary glitches.
  Clear Cache: Clear the SAP GUI cache. This can be done by navigating to the SAP GUI options and clearing the cache.
  Check System Configuration: Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system configuration allows for saving desktop layouts.
  Use Transaction SU01: If you have the necessary permissions, you can check the user profile settings in transaction SU01 to ensure that there are no restrictions on layout saving.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Review the SAP GUI user documentation for information on saving layouts and any known issues.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TPDA609 error and implement a solution to resolve it.