How To Fix DB6PM869 - Generation of container name for &1 on partition &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Generation of container name for &1 on partition &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM869 - Generation of container name for &1 on partition &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM869, which states "Generation of container name for &1 on partition &2 failed," typically relates to issues with the database container name generation in a partitioned database environment. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP HANA or other database systems that support partitioning.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The container name may contain invalid characters or exceed the maximum length allowed by the database system.
  Naming Conflicts: There may be a conflict with existing container names, especially if a container with the same name already exists in the specified partition.
  Database Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the database settings or partitioning scheme can lead to this error.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify containers in the specified partition.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, disk space) that are required to create new containers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the container name adheres to the database's naming conventions, avoiding special characters and ensuring it is within the length limits.
  Verify Existing Containers: Check if a container with the same name already exists in the specified partition. If it does, consider renaming or removing it if appropriate.
  Review Database Configuration: Look into the database configuration settings to ensure that partitioning is set up correctly and that there are no misconfigurations.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify containers in the database. You may need to grant additional privileges.
  Monitor Resource Usage: Check the database's resource usage to ensure that there are sufficient resources available. If necessary, free up resources or increase the allocated resources for the database.
  Consult Logs: Review the database logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context for the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database system you are using (e.g., SAP HANA, Oracle, etc.) for guidelines on naming conventions and partition management.
  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 problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.