How To Fix 0Q068 - DBCON entry &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0Q - Microsoft SQL Server Porting

• Message number: 068

• Message text: DBCON entry &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0Q068 - DBCON entry &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message 0Q068 with the description "DBCON entry &1 already exists" typically occurs when there is an attempt to create a database connection (DBCON) entry in the SAP system that already exists. This can happen during the configuration of database connections, especially when setting up connections to external databases.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a DBCON entry with a name that already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the connection parameters that leads to the system attempting to create a duplicate entry.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has been migrated or upgraded, there may be remnants of old DBCON entries that are causing conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing DBCON Entries:
  
  Use transaction code DBACOCKPIT or SE11 to check the existing DBCON entries.
  Look for the entry with the name specified in the error message (replace &1 with the actual name).
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Existing Entry:
  
  If the entry is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction DBACOCKPIT or SE14.
  If the entry is still required, ensure that the parameters are correctly configured and modify them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Create a New DBCON Entry:
  
  If you need to create a new entry, ensure that you are using a unique name that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check if the transport included DBCON entries that might conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DBCON configuration for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DBCON: This is a database connection object in SAP that allows the SAP system to connect to external databases.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT, SE11, and SE14 for managing database connections.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on DBCON configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 0Q068 and successfully manage your DBCON entries.