How To Fix /UI2/FDM_2_CDM3001 - Invalid catalog reference &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM_2_CDM3 -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Invalid catalog reference &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM_2_CDM3001 - Invalid catalog reference &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM_2_CDM3001 Invalid catalog reference &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with a catalog reference in the Fiori Launchpad or related applications. This error can occur when the system is unable to find or access a specific catalog that is referenced in the configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Catalog: The catalog referenced by the ID &1 does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog.
  Incorrect Configuration: The catalog might be incorrectly configured or not properly assigned to the user roles.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  System Upgrade: Changes in the system due to an upgrade might have affected the catalog references.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Catalog Existence:
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant transaction (e.g., PFCG for role maintenance) and verify if the catalog with the ID &1 exists.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the catalog. This can be done by checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include the relevant catalog.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the catalog exists but is not properly configured, you may need to reassign it to the appropriate roles or fix any configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the catalog was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported correctly. You may need to re-transport it if there were issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Recreate Catalog:
  
  If the catalog is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiori Launchpad: The Fiori Launchpad is a web-based interface that provides a single point of access to various applications and services in SAP.
  Catalogs and Groups: In the context of Fiori, catalogs are collections of tiles and links to applications, while groups are collections of tiles that can be displayed to users.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.