How To Fix /UI2/ABAP_PB001 - Catalog &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/ABAP_PB -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Catalog &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/ABAP_PB001 - Catalog &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/ABAP_PB001 Catalog &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when the system cannot find a specified catalog. This can happen for various reasons, such as misconfiguration, missing entries, or issues with the transport of catalog data.
  Cause:
  
  Catalog Not Created: The catalog specified in the error message has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Catalog ID: The catalog ID referenced in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad or the underlying OData services.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Existence:
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant transaction (e.g., /UI2/FLP) and check if the catalog exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Catalog ID:
  
  Ensure that the catalog ID referenced in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Create or Transport Catalog:
  
  If the catalog does not exist, create it using the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant transaction.
  If it should exist but does not, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the catalog. You can check this in the user profile or role assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad and ensure that all necessary components are properly set up.
  Check if the OData services related to the catalog are active and functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache of the Fiori Launchpad can resolve issues related to missing catalogs. You can do this by using the transaction /UI2/FLP and selecting the option to clear the cache.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Fiori Launchpad Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori Launchpad configuration and catalog management.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for additional 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 to resolve it.