How To Fix DB6534 - An invalid value has been reported for the DFT_UOW switch

DB6534 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6 - DB6: Alert Monitoring and Alert Configuration

• Message number: 534

• Message text: An invalid value has been reported for the DFT_UOW switch

Copy of DB6 531

What causes this issue?

To allow meaningful monitoring of the database, you must activate this
switch.

System Response

If this switch is not set, it can lead to problems ranging from
restricting the function of the CCMS transactions to erroneous
terminations.

How to fix this error?

Activate the switch by setting the appropriate database manager
parameters using the following command:
<LB>UPDATE DBM CFG USING DFT_MON_UOW ON </>
The setting will become active at the next connection to the database.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6534 - An invalid value has been reported for the DFT_UOW switch ?

  The SAP error message DB6534, which states "An invalid value has been reported for the DFT_UOW switch," typically relates to issues with the database connection or transaction management in SAP systems, particularly when using database systems that support distributed transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Configuration: The DFT_UOW (Default Unit of Work) switch is not set correctly in the database configuration. This switch is used to manage transaction boundaries in distributed environments.
  
  
  Database Driver Issues: The database driver being used may not support the DFT_UOW switch or may have compatibility issues.
  
  
  Incorrect Application Logic: The application may be trying to set the DFT_UOW switch to an invalid value, which could be due to programming errors or misconfigurations in the application code.
  
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection itself, such as network problems or incorrect connection parameters.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DB6534 error, you can take