How To Fix BCOMEC016 - Connection &1 is unknown

BCOMEC016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCOMEC - Business Communication: Messages of external components

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Connection &1 is unknown

What causes this issue?

The connection &V1& is unknown to the external software component.
Further information on the external software component:
&V3&

System Response

The function could not be executed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

The error can occur in 2 different places:
1. In the connected gateway
2. In the underlying CTI software
In this case the error occurred in (&V4&).
The return code for the underlying CTI software is: &V2&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCOMEC016 - Connection &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message BCOMEC016, which states "Connection &1 is unknown," typically indicates that there is an issue with the connection configuration in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to establish a connection to a database, an external system, or a communication channel.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Connection Name: The connection name specified in the configuration does not match any existing connection in the system.
  Connection Not Defined: The connection has not been defined in the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings for the connection, such as incorrect parameters or missing details.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified connection.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related problems preventing the connection from being established.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Connection Name: Check the connection name specified in the configuration and ensure it matches the name defined in the SAP system.
  Define the Connection: If