How To Fix /PLMPCV/QRM664 - Query &1: Attribute &2 is no output attribute of search connector &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/QRM -

• Message number: 664

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM664 - Query &1: Attribute &2 is no output attribute of search connector &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM664 indicates that there is an issue with a query in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, specifically related to the attributes being used in a search connector. The message states that the specified attribute is not recognized as an output attribute for the given search connector.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Attribute Usage: The attribute specified in the query (&2) is not defined as an output attribute for the search connector (&3). This could happen if the attribute is either not included in the connector's configuration or is incorrectly referenced in the query.
  Configuration Issues: The search connector may not be properly configured to include the required attributes, or there may have been changes in the data model that have not been reflected in the connector settings.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the attribute name or the search connector name in the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Search Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the search connector in the SAP system.
  Verify that the attribute (&2) is indeed listed as an output attribute for the specified search connector (&3).
  If it is not included, you may need to add it to the output attributes of the connector.
  
  
  
  Review Query Syntax:
  
  Double-check the query syntax to ensure that the attribute and connector names are correctly spelled and formatted.
  Ensure that you are using the correct version of the query that corresponds to the current configuration of the search connector.
  
  
  
  Update or Reconfigure:
  
  If the attribute should be part of the output but is missing, you may need to update the search connector configuration to include it.
  If there have been recent changes to the data model or attributes, ensure that the search connector is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the expected configuration for search connectors and attributes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring search connectors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and syntax, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.