How To Fix SRM_ECM_MSG159 - Connection parameter &1 not found for SPS ID = &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_ECM_MSG - Message Class for ECM

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Connection parameter &1 not found for SPS ID = &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG159 - Connection parameter &1 not found for SPS ID = &2 ?

  The SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG159 indicates that a connection parameter specified in the system is not found for a given Service Pack Stack (SPS) ID. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or when dealing with the Enterprise Component Management (ECM) framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The connection parameter specified in the system configuration is not defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect SPS ID: The SPS ID provided may not correspond to a valid or existing configuration in the system.
  System Upgrade Issues: If the system has recently been upgraded or patched, some parameters may not have been migrated or updated correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system and verify that the connection parameter is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the SPS ID is valid and corresponds to the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific SPS ID to ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure or Update:
  
  If the parameter is missing, you may need to create or update it in the system.
  If the SPS ID is incorrect, correct it to point to the right configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves a known bug or requires deeper investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SLG1 (for logs), or SE11 (for data dictionary) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SRM_ECM_MSG159 error and implement a solution to resolve it.