How To Fix /CFG/APPL_BCW_COMMON018 - Failed to get collection instance by query handler

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/APPL_BCW_COMMON -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Failed to get collection instance by query handler

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/APPL_BCW_COMMON018 - Failed to get collection instance by query handler ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/APPL_BCW_COMMON018 Failed to get collection instance by query handler typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Configuration (BC) or when working with the Business Configuration Workbench (BCW). This error indicates that the system was unable to retrieve a collection instance based on the specified query handler.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Business Configuration settings or the query handler itself.
  Data Inconsistencies: The underlying data that the query handler is trying to access may be inconsistent or missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or configuration.
  System Performance: Performance issues or timeouts in the system could prevent the query from executing successfully.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Business Configuration Workbench to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Validate Data: Check the underlying data that the query handler is supposed to access. Ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly configured.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the relevant configuration and data.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance to identify any bottlenecks or issues that could be affecting query execution.
  Re-transport Configuration: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transferring the configuration or checking for any missing objects in the transport.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Business Configuration and the Business Configuration Workbench for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /CFG/APPL_BCW_COMMON018.