How To Fix DBMAN628 - SQL-SERVER:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 628

• Message text: SQL-SERVER:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN628 - SQL-SERVER: ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN628 typically indicates an issue related to database management, specifically when working with SQL Server. This error can arise due to various reasons, including connectivity issues, configuration problems, or database integrity issues. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: The SAP system may not be able to connect to the SQL Server database due to network issues, incorrect connection parameters, or SQL Server not running.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the SAP system or SQL Server configuration can lead to this error.
  Database Locking: The database might be locked or in a state that prevents SAP from accessing it.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user account used by SAP to connect to SQL Server may not have the necessary permissions to perform the required operations.
  Database Corruption: There may be corruption in the database that is preventing operations from completing successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SQL Server is running and accessible from the SAP application server.
  Verify the connection parameters (hostname, port, database name, user credentials) in the SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the SAP database configuration settings in transaction DBACOCKPIT or DB02.
  Ensure that the database connection settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) to check for any locks on the database that may be preventing access.
  You can run queries to identify blocking sessions and resolve them.
  
  
  
  Verify User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account used by SAP has the necessary permissions to access and modify the database.
  Check roles and permissions in SQL Server to confirm that they are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Database Integrity Check:
  
  Run a database integrity check using SQL Server tools (e.g., DBCC CHECKDB) to identify and repair any corruption issues.
  If corruption is found, follow the recommended steps to repair the database.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for database administration and troubleshooting.
  SQL Server Documentation: Review SQL Server documentation for best practices on connectivity, permissions, and integrity checks.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.