How To Fix /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER006 - Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER006 - Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER006 indicates that there is an issue with a specific business object and query in the SAP system. The message typically states that the query specified is unknown or cannot be found. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Query Not Defined: The query referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system. This could happen if it was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Query Name: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the query name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified query.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source for the query may be unavailable or misconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Definition: Verify that the query exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSRT for query monitoring) and checking if the query is listed.
  Correct Query Name: Ensure that the query name is spelled correctly in the configuration or wherever it is being called.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have access to the business object and the query. You may need to adjust roles or permissions.
  Recreate or Transport Query: If the query is missing, you may need to recreate it or ensure that it is properly transported from the development environment to the production environment.
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source for the query is correctly configured and available. This may involve checking connections or settings in the data source configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSRT (Query Monitor) and RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing queries and data sources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Business Objects and queries for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.