How To Fix D3234 - Database failover to <&1> issued

D3234 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Database failover to <&1> issued

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3234 - Database failover to <&1> issued ?

  The SAP error message D3234, which indicates "Database failover to <&1> issued," typically occurs in environments where high availability and database failover mechanisms are implemented. This message suggests that the SAP system has detected a failure in the primary database instance and has initiated a failover to a secondary database instance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Instance Failure: The primary database instance may have crashed or become unresponsive due to hardware issues, software bugs, or resource exhaustion (e.g., memory, CPU).
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database server can trigger a failover.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the database or SAP system can lead to failover events.
  Maintenance Activities: Scheduled maintenance or updates on the primary database can also cause a failover if not handled properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Logs: Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that occurred before the failover. This can provide insights into the root cause of the