How To Fix /UI2/PAGEBUILDER221 - Global Cache Activation Flag is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/PAGEBUILDER -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Global Cache Activation Flag is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/PAGEBUILDER221 - Global Cache Activation Flag is initial ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/PAGEBUILDER221 Global Cache Activation Flag is initial typically indicates that the global cache for the SAP Fiori Launchpad or UI5 applications is not activated. This can lead to performance issues or problems with the display of applications.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the global cache setting for the UI2 framework is not enabled. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The cache settings were not configured properly during the system setup.
  Changes in system configuration or updates that may have reset or altered the cache settings.
  The system is in a state where the cache is not being utilized, possibly due to a misconfiguration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Global Cache Activation:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the service /sap/bc/ui2/flp and check if the service is active.
  Ensure that the global cache is activated.
  
  
  
  Activate Global Cache:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 or SE11 to access