How To Fix DBACK016 - Set up or repair the data collector '&1'

DBACK016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBACK - DBA Checks

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Set up or repair the data collector '&1'

Set up or repair the data collector '&COLLECTOR_NAME&' as follows:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Choose <LS>Configuration -> Data Collection Framework -> Collector
Configuration</>.
Select the data collector '&COLLECTOR_NAME&'.
Choose <LS>Setup</> or <LS>Repair</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBACK016 - Set up or repair the data collector '&1' ?

  The SAP error message DBACK016 indicates that there is an issue with the data collector configuration in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the data collector is not set up correctly or is malfunctioning, which can affect data backup and recovery processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Misconfiguration: The data collector may not be properly configured in the system.
  Corrupted Data Collector: The data collector might be corrupted or not functioning as expected.
  Missing Components: Required components or settings for the data collector may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the data collector settings.
  System Updates: Recent updates or changes to the system may have affected the data collector's configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code DBACOCKPIT and check the configuration of the data collector.
  Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Repair the Data Collector:
  
  If the data collector is corrupted, you may need to repair it. This can often