How To Fix /UI5/APP_DESCRIPTOR002 - Cannot access descriptor with sap.app/id '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_DESCRIPTOR -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Cannot access descriptor with sap.app/id '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_DESCRIPTOR002 - Cannot access descriptor with sap.app/id '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/APP_DESCRIPTOR002 Cannot access descriptor with sap.app/id '&1' typically indicates that the SAPUI5 application is unable to locate or access the application descriptor file (manifest.json) for the specified application ID. This can occur for several reasons. Below are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Application ID: The application ID specified in the URL or configuration may be incorrect or does not match any existing application descriptor.
  Missing Manifest File: The manifest.json file may be missing from the application's directory.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the application descriptor may be incorrect, leading to the inability to access the file.
  Deployment Issues: The application may not have been deployed correctly, or there may be issues with the transport of the application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the application or its resources.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Application ID: Check the application ID in the URL or configuration and ensure it matches the ID defined in the manifest.json file.
  Check Manifest File: Ensure that the manifest.json file exists in the correct location (usually in the root of the application folder) and is properly formatted.
  Correct Path: Verify that the path to the application is correct and that the application is accessible from the server.
  Re-deploy Application: If the application was recently deployed, try re-deploying it to ensure that all files, including the manifest.json, are correctly uploaded.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application and its resources. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Manifest.json: This file is crucial for SAPUI5 applications as it contains metadata about the application, including its ID, version, dependencies, and configuration settings.
  SAPUI5 Version: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of SAPUI5 that supports the features and configurations defined in your manifest.json.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  Browser Console: Use the browser's developer tools (F12) to check for any additional error messages or network issues that may provide more context about the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to accessing the application descriptor in your SAPUI5 application.