How To Fix /UI2/FCM040 - Catalog '&1' could not be deleted because an error occurred:

/UI2/FCM040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FCM -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Catalog '&1' could not be deleted because an error occurred:

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/UI2/FCM040 - Details

• The SAP error message /UI2/FCM040 Catalog '&1' could not be deleted because an error occurred typically indicates that there was an issue when attempting to delete a specific catalog in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or the SAP UI5 framework. This error can arise due to various reasons, including dependencies on the catalog, authorization issues, or system inconsistencies.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The catalog you are trying to delete may be associated with other objects, such as groups, tiles, or applications. If there are dependencies, the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the catalog may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action. This can include missing roles or permissions related to catalog management.
  
  
  System Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the system or issues with the underlying database that prevent the deletion from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues or bugs in