How To Fix /UI2/CDMCNV208 - Reading FDM Content...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/CDMCNV -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Reading FDM Content...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/CDMCNV208 - Reading FDM Content... ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/CDMCNV208 Reading FDM Content... typically relates to issues encountered when trying to read or access Fiori Design Mode (FDM) content in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing content, or authorization problems.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Content: The Fiori app or content you are trying to access may not be properly installed or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the FDM content.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the SAP Gateway or Fiori Launchpad settings.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the backend can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Content Installation:
  
  Ensure that the required Fiori apps and content are installed and activated in your SAP system. You can check this in the SAP Fiori Apps Library or using transaction codes like /UI2/FLP or /UI2/FLP_CONFIG.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the FDM content. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the SAP Gateway and Fiori Launchpad. Ensure that the system is correctly set up to serve Fiori applications.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Look into the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache can resolve issues related to outdated or corrupted data. You can clear the cache for the Fiori Launchpad using transaction /UI2/FLP_CLEANUP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori Launchpad: The central entry point for Fiori applications, where users can access various apps based on their roles.
  Fiori Design Mode: A feature that allows users to customize and adapt the Fiori Launchpad and its content.
  Authorization Objects: Specific objects in SAP that control access to various functionalities and data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /UI2/CDMCNV208 Reading FDM Content....