How To Fix WZ553 - Favorites: Error executing stack operation '&'


WZ553 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

  • Message number: 553

  • Message text: Favorites: Error executing stack operation '&'

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ553 - Favorites: Error executing stack operation '&' ?
    SAP Error Message:
    WZ553 Favorites: Error executing stack operation '&'
    
    Cause
    This error typically occurs when there is a problem with the SAP GUI Favorites functionality, specifically when the system tries to execute a stack operation related to the Favorites list. The placeholder & in the message usually represents the operation or command that failed.
    Common causes include:
    
    Corrupted or inconsistent Favorites data stored in the SAP GUI or user profile.
    Issues with the local SAP GUI cache or configuration files.
    Problems with the SAP GUI version compatibility or bugs.
    User-specific inconsistencies in the Favorites stack (e.g., invalid entries or references).
    Authorization or system issues preventing the operation from completing.
    
    
    Solution
    
    
    Clear SAP GUI Cache and Local Favorites Data:
    
    Close SAP GUI.
    Navigate to the SAP GUI local data folder, typically found at:%APPDATA%\SAP\Common
    
    Delete or rename the sapgui folder or files related to Favorites (e.g., sapshortcut.xml).
    Restart SAP GUI and recreate Favorites if necessary.
    
    
    
    Reset Favorites:
    
    If the Favorites list is corrupted, try removing all entries and

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