How To Fix /PLMPCV/SIN029 - Search ID &1 : Template ID is initial; enter template ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/SIN -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Search ID &1 : Template ID is initial; enter template ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN029 - Search ID &1 : Template ID is initial; enter template ID ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/SIN029 indicates that a required Template ID is not provided when trying to execute a search operation in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). This error typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a search using a search ID that requires a specific template to be defined, but the template ID is missing or has not been initialized.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template ID: The most common cause of this error is that the Template ID field is left blank or is not properly initialized in the search parameters.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the search templates in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the Template ID or may have entered an incorrect value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Template ID: Ensure that you provide a valid Template ID when performing the search. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the search screen where the error occurred.
  Locating the Template ID field and entering a valid ID.
  If you are unsure of the valid Template IDs, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or refer to the documentation for the specific templates available in your system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are responsible for system configuration, verify that the search templates are correctly set up in the system. This may involve:
  
  Checking the configuration settings for search templates in the PLM module.
  Ensuring that the templates are active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the Template IDs or how to configure them, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to PLM and search functionalities.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the Template ID and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights specific to your system's configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP PLM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Product Lifecycle Management to understand how search templates work and how to configure them.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing search templates, such as PLM_TEMPLATE or similar.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use search functionalities within SAP PLM to minimize input errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully perform the search operation in SAP PLM.