How To Fix /UI2/FND_POWL001 - Model error: Type &1 for POWL query &2 not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FND_POWL -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Model error: Type &1 for POWL query &2 not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FND_POWL001 - Model error: Type &1 for POWL query &2 not specified ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FND_POWL001 Model error: Type &1 for POWL query &2 not specified typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori applications that utilize the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) framework. This error indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of a POWL query, specifically that the type for the query is not defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The POWL query might not have been properly configured in the backend. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables or settings.
  Incorrect Query Type: The query type specified in the POWL configuration might not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the POWL query was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might have been issues during the transport that led to missing configurations.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the POWL query, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check POWL Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction POWL_QUERY and check the configuration of the query in question. Ensure that the type is specified correctly.
  Verify that the query is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings for POWL in transaction SPRO. Navigate to the relevant sections for POWL and ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Query Type:
  
  Ensure that the query type specified in the POWL configuration is valid and corresponds to an existing type in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the query was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the query or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the POWL query. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the POWL framework to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for POWL and Fiori applications to understand the configuration requirements and best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI2/FND_POWL001 error message.