How To Fix UJS_EXCEPTION016 - Cannot find appset &1 in both shadow table and ddic table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJS_EXCEPTION - BPC: ApShell and Buisness Content

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Cannot find appset &1 in both shadow table and ddic table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJS_EXCEPTION016 - Cannot find appset &1 in both shadow table and ddic table ?

  The SAP error message UJS_EXCEPTION016 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified application set (appset) in both the shadow table and the Data Dictionary (DDIC) table. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW when there is an issue with the metadata or configuration of the application set.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Application Set: The specified application set may not exist in the system, either because it was never created or it was deleted.
  Corrupted Metadata: There may be corruption in the metadata that prevents the application set from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the application set was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database connection or the underlying database tables that store the application set information.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or in the BusinessObjects environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Application Set: Check if the application set exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate reporting tools.
  Recreate Application Set: If the application set is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary configurations are applied.
  Check Transport Logs: If the application set was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that all tables are intact and that there are no corruption issues.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in both the SAP system and the BusinessObjects environment to ensure they are correct.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed diagnostics and solutions based on your specific system configuration.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BusinessObjects and SAP BW for more information on application sets and their management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UJS_EXCEPTION016 error in your SAP environment.