How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN038 - SQL query to database terminated with remote initialization error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 038

• Message text: SQL query to database terminated with remote initialization error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN038 - SQL query to database terminated with remote initialization error ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN038 indicates that a SQL query to the database was terminated due to a remote initialization error. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA when there are issues related to the connection between the application server and the HANA database.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the application server and the HANA database.
  Database Unavailability: The HANA database might be down or not reachable due to maintenance or unexpected failures.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or HANA database can lead to connection problems.
  Resource Limitations: The HANA database may be experiencing resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent it from processing the query.
  Authentication Issues: Problems with user authentication or authorization can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the application server can reach the HANA database server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  Verify that there are no firewall rules blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Database Status:
  
  Check if the HANA database is up and running. You can do this by logging into the HANA database using HANA Studio or command line tools.
  If the database is down, restart it or contact your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., sapnwrfc.ini, global.ini) to ensure they are correct.
  Verify the connection parameters (host, port, user credentials) used to connect to the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Monitor Resource Usage:
  
  Use HANA monitoring tools to check for resource usage and performance issues. Look for high memory or CPU usage that might be affecting query execution.
  If resource limitations are identified, consider optimizing the database or scaling up resources.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account being used to connect to the HANA database has the necessary permissions to execute the query.
  Review the roles and privileges assigned to the user in the HANA database.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP application server logs and HANA database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  HANA Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for best practices on configuration and performance tuning.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.