How To Fix /UI2/FDM018 - Catalog ID &1&2: Is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Catalog ID &1&2: Is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM018 - Catalog ID &1&2: Is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM018 Catalog ID &1&2: Is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when there is an issue with the catalog ID being referenced. This error indicates that the specified catalog ID is not valid or cannot be found in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Catalog ID: The catalog ID specified in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Catalog Not Activated: The catalog may not be activated in the Fiori Launchpad or may not be assigned to the user role.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified catalog.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad or the underlying OData services.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Catalog ID: Check the catalog ID in the Fiori Launchpad configuration to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Activate Catalog: If the catalog is not activated, activate it in the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant transaction (e.g., /UI2/FLPCM_CATALOG).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the catalog. This can be done by checking the user’s assigned roles in transaction PFCG.
  Transport Validation: If the catalog was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the catalog is active in the target system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the Fiori Launchpad and ensure that all necessary OData services are properly activated and configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiori Launchpad Designer: Use the Fiori Launchpad Designer to manage catalogs, groups, and tiles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /UI2/FLPCM_CATALOG for catalog management and PFCG for role management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Fiori support team for further assistance.