How To Fix HDBCK010 - Check for an expired SAP HANA license

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HDBCK - HDB: System Check Messages

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Check for an expired SAP HANA license

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HDBCK010 - Check for an expired SAP HANA license ?

  The SAP error message HDBCK010 indicates that there is an issue with the SAP HANA license, specifically that it may have expired. This error can prevent the SAP HANA database from functioning properly, leading to potential downtime or limited functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Expired License: The most common cause of this error is that the SAP HANA license has reached its expiration date and is no longer valid.
  License Not Installed: In some cases, the license may not have been installed correctly or at all.
  License Misconfiguration: There could be a misconfiguration in the license settings or the license file may be corrupted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check License Status:
  
  Use the SAP HANA Studio or the HANA Cockpit to check the current status of the license.
  You can run the SQL command: 
  SELECT * FROM M_LICENSE;
  
  This will provide details about the license, including its expiration date.
  
  
  
  Renew License:
  
  If the license has expired, you will need to obtain a new license from SAP. This typically involves contacting your SAP account representative or using the SAP Support Portal.
  Once you have the new license, you can upload it using the SAP HANA Studio or the HANA Cockpit.
  
  
  
  Install New License:
  
  To install the new license, you can use the following SQL command:
  ALTER SYSTEM SET LICENSE '<license_file_path>';
  
  Alternatively, you can use the SAP HANA Studio:
  
  Go to the "System" tab.
  Right-click on the system and select "License."
  Follow the prompts to upload the new license file.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Installation:
  
  After installing the new license, verify that it has been applied correctly by running the SQL command mentioned earlier to check the license status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or troubleshooting steps related to license issues.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed instructions on managing licenses.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues after renewing and installing the license, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Monitor License Expiration: Set up alerts or reminders to monitor the expiration date of your SAP HANA license to avoid unexpected downtime.
  Regular Backups: Ensure that you have regular backups of your database and configurations, including license files, to facilitate recovery in case of issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HDBCK010 error and ensure that your SAP HANA system is compliant with licensing requirements.