How To Fix /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER007 - Business object &1, query &2: Selection parameter &3 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Business object &1, query &2: Selection parameter &3 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER007 - Business object &1, query &2: Selection parameter &3 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/MD_ADAPTER007 typically indicates that there is an issue with a selection parameter in a Business Object (BO) or query. This error occurs when the system cannot recognize or find the specified selection parameter in the context of the given business object or query.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Name: The selection parameter specified in the query or business object may be misspelled or does not exist.
  Parameter Not Defined: The selection parameter may not be defined in the data model or the query definition.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the business object and the query being executed.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not have the expected structure or may have changed, leading to the parameter being unavailable.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified parameter.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Name: Verify that the selection parameter name is spelled correctly and matches the expected name in the business object or query definition.
  Review Query Definition: Check the query definition to ensure that the selection parameter is defined and correctly configured.
  Update Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that the business object and query are updated accordingly.
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that the expected fields are available.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business object and the selection parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the business object and query in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (for query execution) or RSA1 (for data modeling) to investigate further.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the query execution to identify where the error occurs.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.