How To Fix /UI2/FCM128 - Tile could not be added because its reference is broken

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FCM -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Tile could not be added because its reference is broken

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FCM128 - Tile could not be added because its reference is broken ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FCM128 Tile could not be added because its reference is broken typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori Launchpad when a user attempts to add a tile to their home page, but the tile's reference is not valid or cannot be resolved. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Target Mapping: The target mapping for the tile may have been deleted or is not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the underlying application or service.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tile configuration may be incorrect, pointing to a non-existent or misconfigured application.
  Transport Issues: If the application or tile was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs affecting the Fiori Launchpad.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Target Mapping:
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad Designer and verify that the target mapping for the tile exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the application referenced by the tile is available and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the application linked to the tile.
  Use transaction PFCG to review and adjust roles as necessary.
  
  
  
  Validate Tile Configuration:
  
  Review the tile configuration in the Fiori Launchpad Designer to ensure that all parameters are correctly set.
  Make sure that the tile is pointing to the correct application and that the application is active.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any dumps that might indicate underlying problems.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Tile:
  
  If the issue persists, consider deleting the problematic tile and recreating it from scratch in the Fiori Launchpad Designer.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiori Launchpad Designer: This is the tool used to manage tiles, catalogs, and groups in the Fiori Launchpad.
  Target Mapping: This defines how a tile connects to an application and is crucial for the tile to function correctly.
  Authorization Objects: These are used to control access to applications and functionalities in SAP systems.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.