How To Fix DBOSC071 - Error while validating connection property; con=&1,prop&2,value=&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Error while validating connection property; con=&1,prop&2,value=&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC071 - Error while validating connection property; con=&1,prop&2,value=&3 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC071 indicates that there is an issue with validating a connection property for a database connection. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration of the database connection parameters in the SAP system.
  Cause
  The error message can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Connection Properties: The connection properties (like hostname, port, username, password, etc.) may be incorrectly specified in the configuration.
  Invalid Values: The value provided for a specific property may not be valid or may not conform to the expected format.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database server itself, such as it being down or unreachable.
  Driver Issues: The database driver being used may not be compatible with the version of the database or may not be properly installed.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the database server.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the DBOSC071 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Connection Properties:
  
  Verify the connection properties in the SAP system. Ensure that the hostname, port, username, and password are correctly specified.
  Check for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Validate Property Values:
  
  Ensure that the values provided for the connection properties are valid and conform to the expected format. For example, check if the username and password are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Database Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the database server is reachable from the SAP application server.
  Ensure that the database service is running and accepting connections.
  
  
  
  Check Database Driver:
  
  Ensure that the correct database driver is installed and configured in the SAP system.
  Verify that the driver version is compatible with the database version you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If there are network firewalls or security groups, ensure that they allow traffic between the SAP system and the database server.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the database documentation for specific configuration guidelines and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to DBOSC071 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Database Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific database you are connecting to for any specific connection property requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DBOSC071 error in your SAP system.