How To Fix VBC_UI018 - Map &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBC_UI - Applicaton Management UI Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Map &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBC_UI018 - Map &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VBC_UI018: Map &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's UI technologies, particularly when dealing with the SAP Business Application Studio or SAP Fiori applications. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific mapping configuration that is required for the application to function correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping Configuration: The specified map (or mapping configuration) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The mapping name provided in the application or configuration might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the mapping was recently transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the mapping configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Verify that the mapping configuration exists in the system. You can do this by navigating