How To Fix SAI_GLOBAL016 - &1: Unable to find Adapter Engine &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAI_GLOBAL - Message Class for SAI_GLOBAL Objects

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1: Unable to find Adapter Engine &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAI_GLOBAL016 - &1: Unable to find Adapter Engine &2 ?

  The SAP error message SAI_GLOBAL016 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified Adapter Engine. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue with the configuration or availability of the Adapter Engine.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The Adapter Engine may not be correctly configured in the Integration Directory or the System Landscape Directory (SLD).
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the system from reaching the Adapter Engine.
  Adapter Engine Down: The Adapter Engine might be down or not running, which would prevent it from being found.
  Incorrect Routing: The routing configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for an Adapter Engine that does not exist or is not properly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the Adapter Engine in the Integration Directory and SLD.
  Ensure that the Adapter Engine is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Adapter Engine Status:
  
  Log in to the SAP system and check the status of the Adapter Engine. Ensure that it is up and running.
  You can check the logs for any errors related to the Adapter Engine.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication with the Adapter Engine.
  Test the connectivity to the Adapter Engine using tools like ping or telnet.
  
  
  
  Review Routing Configuration:
  
  Check the routing configuration in the Integration Directory to ensure that it points to the correct Adapter Engine.
  Make sure that the sender and receiver agreements are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check for any missing objects or inconsistencies.
  Re-import the transport request if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the logs in the SAP system for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Process Integration/Orchestration for detailed configuration steps and troubleshooting guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAI_GLOBAL016 error message.