How To Fix D4013 - Error in start/enddbmon command. Choose F1 HELP for assistance.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error in start/enddbmon command. Choose F1 HELP for assistance.

What causes this issue?

Possible causes are:
The DB Monitor was started/ended in another mySAP ERP session
or on OS/400 level or
The OS/400 job QSYSWRK/R3RMTDB is not running or
The user profile is not authorized to use the object QBFCSETP.

How to fix this error?

1. Hit the REFRESH button on ST04's main screen.
If the DB2/400 Monitor button is changed the problem is solved.
If the problem persists check for the other problem causes.
2. Check job QSYSWRK/R3RMTDB:
Log on to the iSeries as user <SID>OFR.
Enter the command WRKACTJOB and scroll down until you get to the
subsystem QSYSWRK; a job R3RMTDB should be listed to be running in this
subsystem.
If it is not listed issue the command STARTSAP *DB.
3. Check object authorization:
Log on to the iSeries as QSECOFR.
Check the authorization of the object QBFCSETP with the command
DSPOBJAUT OBJ(QBFCSETP) OBJTYPE(*PGM).
If the entry R3SERVER *USE is missing change the object authorazation
with the command GRTOBJAUT OBJ(QBFCSETP) OBJTYPE(*PGM) USER(R3SERVER)
AUT(*USE).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4013 - Error in start/enddbmon command. Choose F1 HELP for assistance. ?

  The SAP error message D4013, which states "Error in start/end dbmon command," typically indicates an issue with the database monitoring commands in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, permission problems, or issues with the database itself.
  Causes:
  
  Database Configuration Issues: The database may not be properly configured or may not be running.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the command may not have the necessary permissions to start or stop the database monitoring.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database server.
  Incorrect Command Syntax: The command used to start or stop the database monitoring may be incorrectly formatted.
  Database Instance Not Running: The database instance that you are trying to monitor may not be running.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database is up and running. You can check this using database management tools or commands specific to your database system.
  Verify Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the command has the necessary permissions to start or stop the database monitoring. You may need to consult your system administrator to adjust user roles and permissions.
  Review Command Syntax: Double-check the command syntax you are using to start or stop the database monitoring. Refer to the SAP documentation for the correct command format.
  Check Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the database. You can test connectivity using ping or other network diagnostic tools.
  Consult Logs: Check the SAP and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the SAP application server and the database server to clear any temporary issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the D4013 error. SAP Notes often provide specific solutions or workarounds for known problems.
  F1 Help: Use the F1 help feature in SAP to get more information about the error message and potential solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version and database type for detailed instructions on database monitoring commands.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.