How To Fix DBOSC664 - Error while using connection (&1); system is not available

DBOSC664 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Error while using connection (&1); system is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC664 - Error while using connection (&1); system is not available ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC664 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection. Specifically, it states that the system is not available when trying to use the specified connection. This error can arise from various causes, and here are some common reasons, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Server Down: The database server may be down or not reachable due to network issues or maintenance.
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The connection parameters (like hostname, port, database name) may be incorrect.
  Firewall Issues: A firewall may be blocking the connection to the database server.
  Database 
  Configuration Issues: The database may not be configured correctly to accept connections from the SAP application.
  Resource Limitations: The database server may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent it from accepting new connections.
  User Authentication Issues: The user credentials used to connect to the database may be incorrect or the user may not have the necessary permissions.
  
  Solutions:
  
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