How To Fix 0Q066 - DB user is &1 but should be dbo

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0Q - Microsoft SQL Server Porting

• Message number: 066

• Message text: DB user is &1 but should be dbo

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0Q066 - DB user is &1 but should be dbo ?

  The SAP error message "0Q066 DB user is &1 but should be dbo" typically indicates an issue with the database user permissions or configuration in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects. This error suggests that the database user being used is not the expected "dbo" (database owner) user, which can lead to permission issues when trying to access or manipulate data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Database User Configuration: The database connection might be configured to use a different user than the expected "dbo" user.
  User Permissions: The user configured may not have the necessary permissions to perform the required operations on the database.
  Database Connection Settings: The connection settings in the SAP system may not be pointing to the correct database or user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database User Configuration:
  
  Verify the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the connection is set to use the "dbo" user.
  If you are using a different user, consider changing it to "dbo" if that is appropriate for your environment.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Permissions:
  
  If you need to use a different user, ensure that this user has the necessary permissions to perform the required operations on the database.
  You may need to grant additional permissions to the user or switch back to using the "dbo" user.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Settings:
  
  In the SAP BW or BusinessObjects configuration, check the connection settings for the database. Make sure that the correct database and user are specified.
  If you are using a connection pool, ensure that the pool is configured correctly to use the "dbo" user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for configuring database connections and user permissions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database User Roles: Understanding the roles and permissions associated with different database users can help in troubleshooting permission-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the correct database user is being used for your SAP operations.