How To Fix BV188 - SDCC is incorrectly installed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

• Message number: 188

• Message text: SDCC is incorrectly installed

What causes this issue?

You want to send measurement data to SAP using the Service Data Control
Control Center (SDCC). Howerver, SDCC is not correctly installed in the
system.
Creating a session with session number Z000000001/000 did not work
because a session with this number already exists. The cause of this
symptom is a known error in SDCC that was corrected in SDCC version
2.1.

System Response

The measurement data is not transferred to SAP.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Follow the instructions in SAP Note 314672.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BV188 - SDCC is incorrectly installed ?

  The SAP error message BV188, which states "SDCC is incorrectly installed," typically relates to issues with the SAP Data Consistency Check (SDCC) tool. This tool is used for monitoring and ensuring the consistency of data in SAP systems. When you encounter this error, it usually indicates that there is a problem with the installation or configuration of the SDCC component.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Installation: The SDCC component may not have been installed completely or correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the SDCC component and the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SDCC setup can lead to this error.
  Missing Dependencies: Required components or dependencies for SDCC may be missing or not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the SDCC was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Reinstall SDCC: If the installation is incomplete, consider reinstalling the SDCC component. Ensure that you follow the installation guide provided by SAP.
  Check Version Compatibility: Verify that the version of SDCC you are using is compatible with your SAP system version. If there is a mismatch, you may need to upgrade or downgrade the SDCC component.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for SDCC. Ensure that all parameters are set correctly according to the SAP documentation.
  Install Missing Dependencies: Check for any missing components or dependencies that SDCC requires and install them.
  Transport Logs: If SDCC was transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that occurred during the transport process. Resolve any issues found.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SDCC for detailed installation and configuration instructions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support Portal: Access the SAP Support Portal for additional resources, including SAP Notes and community forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community to seek advice from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.