How To Fix DB6PM245 - Database connection &1: ADBC error '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Database connection &1: ADBC error '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM245 - Database connection &1: ADBC error '&2' ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM245 indicates an issue with the database connection, specifically related to an ADBC (ABAP Database Connectivity) error. The message format typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the database connection name and &2 for the specific ADBC error code or message.
  Causes
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: The database server may be down, or there may be network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the database.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system for the database connection (e.g., incorrect hostname, port, or credentials).
  Database Instance Issues: The database instance may not be running or may have encountered an error.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be experiencing resource limitations, such as memory or connection limits.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the database connection may not have the necessary permissions.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database server is up and running. You can do this by trying to connect to the database using a database client or checking the database server logs.
  Verify Connection Parameters: Check the connection parameters in the SAP system (transaction DBACOCKPIT or RZ10 for profile parameters) to ensure they are correct.
  Review ADBC Error Code: Look up the specific ADBC error code provided in the error message (&2) to get more details about the nature of the error.
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the SAP application server and the database server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user account being used for the database connection has the necessary permissions to access the database.
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the database service or the SAP application server.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ADBC and database connectivity for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other technical forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation.