How To Fix IBRO016 - The broker collections component cannot yet be used in production mode

IBRO016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBRO - Broker Collections Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The broker collections component cannot yet be used in production mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBRO016 - The broker collections component cannot yet be used in production mode ?

  The SAP error message IBRO016 indicates that the broker collections component is not yet available for use in production mode. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Integration Broker or similar components where certain features or functionalities are restricted based on the system's configuration or licensing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The broker collections component may not be properly configured for production use. This could be due to settings in the system that restrict its operation to a test or development environment.
  Licensing Issues: The system may not have the appropriate licenses or authorizations to enable the broker collections component in production mode.
  Version Limitations: The version of the SAP system you are using may not support the broker collections component in production mode, or it may require specific patches or updates.
  System Status: The system might be in a state that does not allow for production operations, such as being in a maintenance mode