How To Fix /UI2/FIOCONT018 - BSP page not found or ICF node not active for path '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FIOCONT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: BSP page not found or ICF node not active for path '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FIOCONT018 - BSP page not found or ICF node not active for path '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FIOCONT018 indicates that a Business Server Page (BSP) is not found or that the Internet Communication Framework (ICF) node is not active for the specified path. This error typically occurs when trying to access a Fiori application or a related service that relies on the underlying BSP or ICF configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive ICF Node: The ICF node for the Fiori application or service is not activated. This can happen if the application was not properly configured or if it was deactivated intentionally or accidentally.
  Missing BSP Application: The BSP application that the Fiori app is trying to access is not available in the system. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BSP application or the ICF node.
  Incorrect URL: The URL being accessed may be incorrect or malformed, leading to the system not being able to find the specified page.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the ICF Node:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF.
  Navigate to the path specified in the error message (you may need to check the exact path).
  Right-click on the node and select "Activate Service" if it is not already active.
  
  
  
  Check BSP Application:
  
  Go to transaction code SE80 or SE41 to check if the BSP application exists.
  If it is missing, you may need to transport it from another system or reinstall the relevant components.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Fiori application and the underlying BSP/ICF services.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check URL:
  
  Verify that the URL being used to access the Fiori application is correct.
  Ensure that there are no typos or incorrect parameters in the URL.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction code SLG1 to check the application logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart ICF Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the ICF services or the SAP system may resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Fiori Launchpad Configuration: Ensure that the Fiori Launchpad is properly configured and that all necessary components are installed and activated.
  System Version: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of SAP that supports the Fiori applications you are trying to access.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /UI2/FIOCONT018 error in your SAP system.