How To Fix DB6PM195 - No or invalid user name specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 195

• Message text: No or invalid user name specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM195 - No or invalid user name specified ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM195: No or invalid user name specified typically occurs when there is an issue with the database connection, specifically related to the user credentials being used to access the database. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Username/Password: The username or password provided for the database connection is incorrect.
  User Not Defined: The specified user does not exist in the database.
  User Disabled: The user account may be disabled or locked.
  Database Connection Configuration: There may be an issue with the database connection settings in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There could be network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the database server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Credentials:
  
  Check the username and password being used for the database connection. Ensure they are correct and match the credentials defined in the database.
  
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Log into the database directly (using a database management tool) and verify that the user exists.
  
  
  
  User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user account is active and not locked or disabled. If it is locked, unlock it using the appropriate database commands.
  
  
  
  Database Connection Settings:
  
  Review the database connection settings in the SAP system (e.g., in the DBACOCKPIT transaction or the instance profile). Ensure that the connection parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test Database Connection:
  
  Use the SAP transaction DBACOCKPIT or DB02 to test the database connection and see if it can connect successfully with the provided credentials.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the database server. This can include firewall settings, network outages, or incorrect hostnames/IP addresses.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs and database logs for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP and the database being used.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for details on user management and connection settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation.