How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG054 - Error while retrieving data directly for &1 (connection=&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Error while retrieving data directly for &1 (connection=&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG054 - Error while retrieving data directly for &1 (connection=&2) ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG054 typically indicates that there is an issue with retrieving data from a specific source or connection. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP Business Warehouse (BW), SAP HANA, or other SAP applications that involve data retrieval.
  Cause
  The error message /STMC/CR_MSG054 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Connection Issues: The connection specified in the error message (&2) may be down, misconfigured, or not properly established.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the data source or the specific data being requested.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be correctly configured in the SAP system, leading to retrieval failures.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems that prevent the SAP system from accessing the data source.
  Data Source Availability: The data source itself may be unavailable or experiencing issues.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error /STMC/CR_MSG054, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Connection Settings:
  
  Verify the connection settings for the data source specified in the error message. Ensure that the connection is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM59 (for RFC connections) to test the connection to the data source. Ensure that it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data source and the specific data being requested.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the data source in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all required parameters are filled in.
  
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting:
  
  If the connection appears to be fine, check for any network issues that may be affecting connectivity to the data source.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM59 for checking RFC connections, ST22 for dump analysis, and SLG1 for application log analysis.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on the data source you are working with, as well as best practices for connection management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the /STMC/CR_MSG054 error message.