How To Fix WZ562 - Favorites: Invalid object reference passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 562

• Message text: Favorites: Invalid object reference passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ562 - Favorites: Invalid object reference passed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WZ562 Favorites: Invalid object reference passed
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the SAP GUI Favorites functionality. Specifically, it means that the system received an invalid or corrupted object reference related to a favorite entry. This can happen due to:
  
  Corrupted or invalid entries in the Favorites list.
  Inconsistencies in the SAP GUI cache or local data.
  Issues with the internal handling of favorite objects in the SAP GUI or backend.
  Sometimes, it can be triggered by custom enhancements or user-specific settings that manipulate favorites.
  
  
  Explanation:
  SAP GUI Favorites allow users to save transactions, reports, or URLs for quick access. Internally, these favorites are stored as objects with references. If the reference passed to the system is invalid (e.g., points to a non-existent or deleted object), the system throws this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Clear or Reset Favorites:
  
  Ask the user to remove the problematic favorite entry.
  If the user cannot identify which favorite causes the issue,