How To Fix EARC203 - Program stop: Error opening a database cursor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Program stop: Error opening a database cursor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC203 - Program stop: Error opening a database cursor ?

  The SAP error message EARC203, which indicates a program stop due to an error opening a database cursor, typically arises from issues related to database access or configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The database may be down, or there may be network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the database.
  Insufficient Resources: The database server may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, connections).
  Database Configuration: Incorrect database configuration settings in the SAP system or the database itself.
  Locks or Deadlocks: The database may have locks or deadlocks that prevent the cursor from being opened.
  Corrupted Database Objects: Corruption in the database tables or indexes that the cursor is trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the database objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database is up and running. You can check the database logs for any errors or issues.
  Review Network Connectivity: Verify that there are no network issues between the SAP application server and the database server.
  Monitor Resource Usage: Check the database server for resource usage (CPU, memory, connections) and ensure it is not overloaded.
  Database Configuration: Review the database configuration settings in SAP and the database itself to ensure they are correct.
  Check for Locks: Use database tools to check for any locks or deadlocks that may be affecting the cursor.
  Database Integrity Check: Run integrity checks on the database to identify and fix any corruption issues.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required database objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and DB02 (Database Performance) to gather more information about the error.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any error messages that coincide with the time of the SAP error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EARC203 error in your SAP environment.