How To Fix /BCV/SIN072 - Search connector ID &1: Unknown data element &3 in output field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/SIN -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Search connector ID &1: Unknown data element &3 in output field &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/SIN072 - Search connector ID &1: Unknown data element &3 in output field &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/SIN072 indicates that there is an issue with a search connector configuration, specifically related to an unknown data element in the output field. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Search Connector ID &1: This is the identifier for the search connector that is causing the issue.
  Output Field &2: This refers to the specific output field in the search connector configuration that is problematic.
  Unknown Data Element &3: This indicates that the data element referenced in the output field is not recognized by the system.
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The search connector may be configured to use a data element that does not exist in the system or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the search connector was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the data elements available in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: The data element may exist in one version of the system but not in another, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the search connector identified by ID &1.
  Verify the output field &2 and check the data element &3 that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the data element is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Elements:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the data element &3 exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the search connector to use a valid data element.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the search connector was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific search connector you are using to ensure that you are following the correct configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the search connector to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /BCV/SIN072.