How To Fix XMS_ADM117 - Critical error; cannot find pipeline

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Critical error; cannot find pipeline

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM117 - Critical error; cannot find pipeline ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM117 indicates a critical error where the system cannot find a specified pipeline. 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 deployment of integration scenarios.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Pipeline Configuration: The pipeline that the system is trying to access may not be configured correctly or may be missing entirely.
  Deployment Issues: The integration scenario or the specific pipeline may not have been deployed properly to the runtime environment.
  Transport Issues: If the pipeline was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in the pipeline not being available.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the components that are trying to access the pipeline and the pipeline itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the pipeline.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Pipeline Configuration: Verify that the pipeline is correctly configured in the Integration Directory. Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are in place.
  Deploy the Pipeline: If the pipeline is not deployed, deploy it to the appropriate runtime environment. Ensure that the deployment process completes successfully.
  Review Transport Logs: If the pipeline was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Check for Version Compatibility: Ensure that all components involved are compatible and that there are no version mismatches.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorization settings for the user or service account to ensure that it has the necessary permissions to access the pipeline.
  Restart the Integration Engine: Sometimes, restarting the integration engine can resolve transient issues related to pipeline availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to XMS_ADM117 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces in the SAP PI/PO system to gather more information about the error and its context.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on configuring and managing pipelines in SAP PI/PO.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.