How To Fix /PLMPCV/SIN009 - Search ID &1 : InfoCube &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/SIN -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Search ID &1 : InfoCube &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN009 - Search ID &1 : InfoCube &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN009 Search ID &1 : InfoCube &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access an InfoCube that is not available in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) applications.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent InfoCube: The specified InfoCube (&2) does not exist in the SAP BW system. This could be due to it being deleted, not activated, or never created.
  Incorrect Search ID: The Search ID (&1) may be incorrectly configured or pointing to a wrong InfoCube.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify InfoCube Existence:
  
  Check if the InfoCube exists in the system by navigating to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and looking for the InfoCube in the relevant InfoArea.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Search ID is correctly configured and pointing to the right InfoCube. This can be done in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoCube was recently transported, verify the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated. You may need to re-import or activate it if there were issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Recreate InfoCube:
  
  If the InfoCube is indeed missing and cannot be recovered, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: InfoCube Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoCubes and PLM configurations for best practices and setup guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.