How To Fix /UI2/ABAP_PB002 - Catalog provider id &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/ABAP_PB -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Catalog provider id &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/ABAP_PB002 - Catalog provider id &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/ABAP_PB002 Catalog provider id &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when the system is unable to find a specified catalog provider ID. This can happen for various reasons, such as misconfiguration, missing entries, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Catalog Provider ID: The specified catalog provider ID does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The catalog provider might not be properly configured or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog provider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog provider.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Provider ID: Verify that the catalog provider ID specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant configuration transaction.
  
  
  Activate Catalog Provider: If the catalog provider is not activated, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done in the Fiori Launchpad Designer or through the relevant configuration transactions.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the catalog provider was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the catalog provider. You can check this in the user roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Check the relevant tables (like I18N, UI2, etc.) to ensure that the catalog provider and its associated entries are consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error is occurring. This may provide more insight into the underlying cause.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Fiori Launchpad Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad and catalog providers.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.