How To Fix /UI2/FDM_PB_ADAPTER004 - Catalog &1: invalid system alias &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM_PB_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Catalog &1: invalid system alias &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM_PB_ADAPTER004 - Catalog &1: invalid system alias &2. ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM_PB_ADAPTER004 Catalog &1: invalid system alias &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when there is an issue with the system alias configuration for a specific catalog. This error indicates that the system alias specified in the catalog is not valid or cannot be resolved.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid System Alias: The system alias specified in the catalog does not exist or is incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Missing Configuration: The system alias may not be defined in the relevant configuration settings, such as in the SAP Gateway or the Fiori Launchpad.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was transported from one system to another, the system alias may not have been properly transported or configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog or the system alias.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant configuration transaction (like SM30 for table IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE) and verify that the system alias exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the system alias is pointing to the correct backend system.
  
  
  
  Update Catalog:
  
  If the catalog is referencing an outdated or incorrect system alias, update the catalog to use the correct alias.
  You can do this in the Fiori Launchpad Designer by editing the catalog and changing the system alias.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the system alias is properly configured in the target system. You may need to manually create or adjust the system alias.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the catalog and the associated system alias. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Fiori and system alias configuration for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  LPD_CUST (for customizing the Fiori Launchpad)
  SM30 (to maintain table entries)
  IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE (to manage OData services)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Fiori Launchpad: Familiarize yourself with the Fiori Launchpad configuration and how system aliases are used within it.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the catalog and system alias are correctly configured.