How To Fix DBMAN333 - Value &1 of &2: SID entry does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 333

• Message text: Value &1 of &2: SID entry does not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to update a value in the DataStore object for which no master
data exists in the system.

System Response

This could result in the corresponding record not being
taken into account with the query result, as a join to a master data
table might be needed.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the action, selecting 'Repair'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN333 - Value &1 of &2: SID entry does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN333 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection, specifically that the System ID (SID) entry does not exist in the database configuration. This error typically arises when the SAP system is unable to find the specified SID in the database configuration files or when there is a misconfiguration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SID Entry: The SID specified in the configuration does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The database configuration files (like tnsnames.ora for Oracle or pg_hba.conf for PostgreSQL) may not have the correct entries for the specified SID.
  Database Not Started: The database instance corresponding to the SID may not be running.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the database.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a typo in the SID or database connection parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SID Configuration:
  
  Verify that the SID you are trying to connect to is correctly defined in the database configuration files.
  For Oracle, check the tnsnames.ora file to ensure the SID is listed correctly.
  For other databases, check the respective configuration files.
  
  
  
  Database Instance Status:
  
  Ensure that the database instance corresponding to the SID is up and running. You can check this using database management tools or command-line utilities.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Parameters:
  
  Double-check the connection parameters in the SAP system configuration (e.g., in the instance profile or database connection settings) to ensure they match the database configuration.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the database. Check firewall settings, network routes, and ensure that the database server is reachable.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the SAP system logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If changes were made to the configuration, restart the SAP application server and the database to ensure that all settings are reloaded.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to database connectivity issues for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for details on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DBMAN333 error message.