How To Fix /PLMPCV/QRM663 - Query &1: Attribute &2 is no input attribute of search connector &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/QRM -

• Message number: 663

• Message text: Query &1: Attribute &2 is no input attribute of search connector &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM663 - Query &1: Attribute &2 is no input attribute of search connector &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM663 indicates that there is an issue with a query in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, specifically related to the search connector configuration. The message states that the specified attribute is not recognized as an input attribute for the given search connector.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Attribute Configuration: The attribute specified in the error message (&2) is not defined as an input attribute for the search connector (&3) in the system.
  Search Connector Misconfiguration: The search connector may not be properly set up to include the attribute in question.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the attributes available in the system may have led to the attribute being removed or renamed.
  Query Definition Issues: The query itself may be incorrectly defined, referencing attributes that are not available or not configured correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Attribute Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the search connector in the SAP system.
  Verify that the attribute (&2) is indeed defined as an input attribute for the specified search connector (&3).
  If it is not, you may need to add it to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Search Connector Settings:
  
  Access the transaction or configuration area where the search connector is defined.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes are included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Query Definition:
  
  If the query is referencing an outdated or incorrect attribute, update the query to use the correct attributes that are available in the search connector.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific version of PLM you are using to understand the expected configuration for search connectors and attributes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the query again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on search connector configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or specific PLM-related transactions for managing search connectors and queries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.