How To Fix DBOSC280 - [&1] Parameters: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 280

• Message text: [&1] Parameters: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC280 - [&1] Parameters: &2 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC280 typically relates to issues with database connectivity or configuration. The message format indicates that there is a problem with the database connection parameters, which can arise from various causes. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Database Parameters: The parameters specified for the database connection (like hostname, port, database name, user credentials) may be incorrect.
  Database Unavailability: The database server might be down or unreachable due to network issues.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the database itself.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user credentials provided may not have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  Resource Limitations: The database server may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., memory, connections).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Database Parameters:
  
  Check the database connection parameters in the SAP system configuration (e.g., using transaction DBACOCKPIT or RZ10 for profile parameters).
  Ensure that the hostname, port, database name, and user credentials are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Database Status:
  
  Ensure that the database server is running and accessible. You can try to ping the database server or use database management tools to check its status.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in both the SAP system and the database. Ensure that they are compatible and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user account being used to connect to the database has the necessary permissions to access the required database objects.
  
  
  
  Monitor Resource Usage:
  
  Check the database server for any resource limitations. Monitor CPU, memory, and connection limits to ensure that the server is not overloaded.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the SAP application logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific database type (e.g., Oracle, HANA, SQL Server) for configuration and troubleshooting guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation.