How To Fix DB6PM873 - System &1 is not of type SAP NetWeaver ABAP. Action not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 873

• Message text: System &1 is not of type SAP NetWeaver ABAP. Action not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM873 - System &1 is not of type SAP NetWeaver ABAP. Action not possible. ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM873 indicates that the system you are trying to interact with is not recognized as an SAP NetWeaver ABAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to perform database operations or when configuring system connections.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect System Type: The system you are trying to connect to or perform actions on is not configured as an SAP NetWeaver ABAP system. It could be a different type of system (e.g., a non-ABAP system or a different SAP product).
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings or in the connection parameters that lead to this error.
  Database Connection Issues: The database connection might not be set up correctly, or the database itself may not be compatible with SAP NetWeaver ABAP.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the SAP system might not support the operations you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify System Type: Ensure that the system you are trying to access is indeed an SAP NetWeaver ABAP system. You can check this in the system's configuration settings.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system and ensure that they are set up correctly for an ABAP environment.
  Database Connection: Verify the database connection settings. Ensure that the database is compatible with SAP NetWeaver ABAP and that the connection parameters are correct.
  System Landscape: If you are working in a system landscape with multiple systems, ensure that you are connecting to the correct system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to your specific version and scenario for additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM51 (to check active instances) and DBACOCKPIT (for database administration) to help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.