Symptom
- When adding a website link to a catalog asset description using the edit link button, the link can be opened in edit mode.
- After saving, in display mode the 'Open link' button is grayed out and cannot be clicked.
Environment
SAP Datasphere
Reproducing the Issue
- Open a catalog asset and edit its description.
- Insert a website link using the edit link action and verify it opens while in edit mode.
- Save the changes to return to display mode.
- Observe that the 'Open link' button is grayed out and does not open the link.
Cause
Program error. An issue with the SAPUI5 control causes the link control to remain disabled in display mode while showing an edit-related tooltip.
Resolution
The solution of this issue is currently under investigation. Please follow this KBA for updates. Use the below workarounds:
- Use Ctrl + left-click on the link to open it.
- Alternatively, right-click the link and choose Open link.
See Also
Keywords
datasphere catalog, asset description, open link button, link disabled, hyperlink, edit mode, display mode, grayed out, cannot open link, catalog asset, ui link, sapui5 control, right-click open link, ctrl click, data marketplace , KBA , DS-CAT , Unified Cataloguing solution , Problem
Product
SAP Datasphere all versions
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