How To Fix CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES002 - DB Connection &1 creation failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES - Message class to capture Obsolete Data Handling messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: DB Connection &1 creation failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES002 - DB Connection &1 creation failed ?

  The SAP error message "CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES002 DB Connection &1 creation failed" typically indicates that there is an issue with establishing a database connection in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to connect to a database for data extraction, reporting, or other operations.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Database Configuration: The database connection parameters (like hostname, port, database name, username, and password) may be incorrect.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP application server and the database server.
  Database Server Down: The database server may be down or not reachable.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user credentials used for the connection may not have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  Resource Limitations: The database server may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., too many connections, memory issues).
  Driver Issues: The database driver may not be installed correctly or may be incompatible with the version of the database or SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Connection Parameters: Verify that the database connection parameters are correct in the SAP configuration. This includes checking the hostname, port, database name, username, and password.
  Test Network Connectivity: Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP server can reach the database server on the specified port.
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database server is up and running. You may need to contact your database administrator for this.
  Review User Permissions: Confirm that the user account being used to connect to the database has the necessary permissions to access the required database objects.
  Monitor Database Resources: Check the database server for any resource limitations or errors. This may involve looking at logs or monitoring tools.
  Update or Reinstall Drivers: Ensure that the correct database drivers are installed and configured properly. If necessary, update or reinstall the drivers.
  Check SAP Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on configuring database connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other technical forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.