How To Fix ESH_INTEGRATION240 - Data Base connection &1 unkown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_INTEGRATION - ESH Integration

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Data Base connection &1 unkown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION240 - Data Base connection &1 unkown ?

  The SAP error message ESH_INTEGRATION240 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection, specifically that the database connection specified (denoted by &1) is unknown or cannot be established. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when integrating with other systems.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Database Connection Configuration: The connection parameters (like hostname, port, database name, user credentials) may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Database Service Not Running: The database service may not be running or may have crashed.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the database server.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the database connection may not have the necessary permissions.
  Database Driver Issues: The required database drivers may not be installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connection Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code DBACOCKPIT or SM59 to verify the database connection settings.
  Ensure that the connection parameters are correct and match the database server settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Database Status:
  
  Check if the database service is running. You can do this by logging into the database server and checking the service status.
  Restart the database service if necessary.
  
  
  
  Test Network Connectivity:
  
  Use tools like ping or telnet to check if the SAP system can reach the database server on the specified port.
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules blocking the connection.
  
  
  
  Check User Credentials:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the database connection are correct and have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  
  
  
  Review Database Drivers:
  
  Ensure that the appropriate database drivers are installed and configured in the SAP system.
  Check for any updates or patches that may be required for the database drivers.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DBACOCKPIT: Database administration cockpit.
  SM59: Configuration of RFC connections.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to ESH_INTEGRATION240 or database connection issues.
  Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.