/BOFU/FDT_UTIL018 - Catalog &2 in application &1 not found

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FDT_UTIL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Catalog &2 in application &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_UTIL018 - Catalog &2 in application &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_UTIL018 Catalog &2 in application &1 not found typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific catalog in the specified application. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) applications that utilize the Fiori Design Time (FDT) framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Catalog: The catalog specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Application Reference: The application reference provided in the error message may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified catalog or application.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Catalog Existence:
  
  Check if the catalog specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., Fiori Launchpad Designer) and searching for the catalog.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Catalog:
  
  If the catalog does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  
  Check Application Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the application reference is correct. Verify the application ID and ensure it is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have access to the catalog and the application. You may need to adjust roles or permissions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the catalog was recently transported, validate the transport request to ensure it was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Fiori Launchpad Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori Launchpad and FDT for best practices on catalog management and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.