How To Fix /UI2/FDM103 - Catalog &1: Deletion failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Catalog &1: Deletion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM103 - Catalog &1: Deletion failed ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM103 Catalog &1: Deletion failed typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting a catalog in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or related UI components. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the catalog.
  Catalog in Use: The catalog might be currently in use or referenced by other objects, preventing its deletion.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the system.
  Dependencies: Other objects (like groups or tiles) may depend on the catalog, which can block its deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to delete catalogs. This can be checked in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Verify if the catalog is being used by any groups or tiles. You can check this in the Fiori Launchpad Designer or by using transaction /UI2/FLP to see if the catalog is assigned to any groups.
  If dependencies exist, you may need to remove those associations before attempting to delete the catalog.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction /UI2/FLP to manage catalogs and check for any issues.
  You can also use transaction SE11 to check the database table entries related to the catalog.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If there are database locks, you can check for them using transaction SM12 and release any locks that may be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context on why the deletion failed.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation. They may need to look into system configurations or perform a deeper analysis.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches/updates.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori Launchpad and catalog management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.