How To Fix /BCV/SIN016 - Search connector ID &1: Query &2 does not exist; change Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/SIN -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Search connector ID &1: Query &2 does not exist; change Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/SIN016 - Search connector ID &1: Query &2 does not exist; change Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/SIN016 indicates that there is an issue with a search connector ID and a specific query that does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Connector or SAP Search functionalities, where a query is expected to be found but is missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Query: The specified query (&2) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or incorrectly referenced.
  Incorrect Customizing: The Customizing settings for the search connector ID (&1) may not be properly configured, leading to the system being unable to locate the query.
  Transport Issues: If the query was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request, or the transport may have failed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Existence: Verify if the query (&2) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or customizing area where queries are managed.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the Customizing settings for the search connector ID (&1) and ensure that all configurations are correct. This includes checking if the query is properly linked to the connector.
  Create or Restore Query: If the query does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Transport Check: If the query was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with, as it may provide additional insights into configuring search connectors and queries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.