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How To Fix GEF_CORE_MSG006 - Error from DBI: &1 &2; contact system administrator.


GEF_CORE_MSG006 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GEF_CORE_MSG - Message class for GEF core

  • Message number: 006

  • Message text: Error from DBI: &1 &2; contact system administrator.

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GEF_CORE_MSG006 - Details

  • The SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG006, which states "Error from DBI: &1 &2; contact system administrator," typically indicates a problem related to the Database Interface (DBI) in SAP. This error can arise from various underlying issues, including database connectivity problems, configuration errors, or issues with the database itself.
    Possible Causes:
    
    Database Connectivity Issues: The SAP system may be unable to connect to the database due to network issues, incorrect connection parameters, or database server downtime.
    Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the SAP system configuration related to the database connection can lead to this error.
    Database Performance Issues: If the database is under heavy load or experiencing performance issues, it may not respond to requests from SAP.
    Database Corruption: Corruption in the database or specific tables can lead to errors when SAP tries to access or manipulate data.
    Insufficient Resources: Lack of memory, CPU, or disk space on the database server can cause errors.
    Version Compatibility: Incompatibility between the

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