How To Fix DP_SHARED108 - Connection error: &1 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DP_SHARED - SAP digital payments add-on shared error messages

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Connection error: &1 is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DP_SHARED108 - Connection error: &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message DP_SHARED108 indicates a connection error where a specified resource (often a database or application server) is not available. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a database, a remote system, or a service that is currently down or unreachable.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the target resource.
  Service Outage: The service or database you are trying to connect to may be down for maintenance or experiencing an outage.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the target resource can lead to connection failures.
  Firewall Restrictions: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the target resource.
  Resource Unavailability: The specified resource may not be running or may have been stopped.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to verify that the SAP system can reach the target resource.
  Ensure that there are no network outages or issues.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Status:
  
  Check if the target service or database is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the relevant team to bring it back online.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like hostname, port, user credentials) are correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Check the configuration in transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or SM59 for RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Check Firewall and Security Settings:
  
  Ensure that firewalls are not blocking the required ports for the connection.
  Review any security policies that may restrict access to the target resource.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the SAP application logs (transaction SM21) and system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  Check the logs of the target resource for any errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If applicable, try restarting the SAP application server or the target service to resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message DP_SHARED108.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for troubleshooting connection issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the connection error indicated by the DP_SHARED108 message.