How To Fix /SCMTMS/MD_ADAPTER006 - Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MD_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MD_ADAPTER006 - Business object &1: Query &2 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MD_ADAPTER006 typically indicates that there is an issue with a query related to a business object in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). The message states that the specified query is unknown, which can occur for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Query Definition: The query referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system. This could happen if the query was deleted or not properly created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query or the business object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that prevents the query from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  System Upgrade or Patch: If the system has been recently upgraded or patched, it may have affected the availability of certain queries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Definition: Verify that the query exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like /SCMTMS/MD_QUERY or similar) to check if the query is defined.
  Recreate the Query: If the query is missing, you may need to recreate it based on the requirements.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query and the associated business object. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP TM to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the query was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully and that all dependencies are in place.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.