How To Fix D4663 - Connection &1 not in table DBCON

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 663

• Message text: Connection &1 not in table DBCON

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4663 - Connection &1 not in table DBCON ?

  The SAP error message D4663, which states "Connection &1 not in table DBCON," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a database connection that is not defined in the DBCON table. The DBCON table in SAP stores information about database connections used for remote database access.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Database Connection: The specified database connection (indicated by &1) is not defined in the DBCON table.
  Incorrect Connection Name: The connection name used in the program or configuration might be misspelled or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the connection was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified database connection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DBCON Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and enter the table name DBCON.
  Check if the connection name specified in the error message exists in the DBCON table.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Database Connection:
  
  If the connection is missing, you can create it using transaction code DBACOCKPIT or DBCON.
  Ensure that you provide the correct parameters such as the database type, host, instance, and user credentials.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection Name:
  
  Double-check the connection name used in your program or configuration to ensure it matches the entry in the DBCON table.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the database connection.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the connection was recently created in a development environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target environment (e.g., QA or Production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to database connections for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DBCON Table: This table contains entries for all database connections defined in the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit for managing database connections.
  SE11: Data Dictionary for viewing and editing database tables.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to database connections and the D4663 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.