How To Fix /UI5/DESCR_ROUTES002 - Problem in Descriptor or Variant with ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCR_ROUTES -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Problem in Descriptor or Variant with ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_ROUTES002 - Problem in Descriptor or Variant with ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_ROUTES002 Problem in Descriptor or Variant with ID &1 typically indicates an issue with the configuration of a UI5 application, specifically related to the descriptor file or a variant that is not correctly defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Descriptor: The descriptor file (usually manifest.json) may be missing, incorrectly formatted, or contain invalid entries.
  Invalid Variant ID: The variant ID specified in the application may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how the UI5 application is loaded or executed.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Descriptor File: Verify that the manifest.json file is present and correctly formatted. Ensure that all required fields are filled out properly.
  Validate Variant ID: Check the variant ID specified in the application. Ensure that it exists and is correctly defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings for the UI5 application in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check Transport Logs: If the application was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate missing components.
  Debugging: Use the browser's developer tools to check for any additional error messages in the console that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  UI5 Documentation: Review the official SAP UI5 documentation for best practices in configuring and deploying UI5 applications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI5/DESCR_ROUTES002 error message.