How To Fix HDBCK026 - Collectors are disabled: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HDBCK - HDB: System Check Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Collectors are disabled: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HDBCK026 - Collectors are disabled: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message HDBCK026 indicates that collectors are disabled in the SAP HANA database. This message typically arises during the execution of a database check or when trying to collect statistics or metrics for performance monitoring.
  Cause:
  The error message HDBCK026 Collectors are disabled: &1 &2 &3 &4 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The collectors may have been disabled in the HANA system configuration. This can happen if the system was configured to limit resource usage or for performance reasons.
  
  
  System Maintenance: During maintenance activities, certain collectors may be intentionally disabled to prevent data collection that could interfere with system performance.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user executing the command may not have the necessary permissions to enable or access the collectors.
  
  
  Database State: The database might be in a state that does not allow collectors to be enabled, such as during a recovery or upgrade process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HDBCK026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the HANA configuration settings to ensure that the collectors are enabled. You can do this by accessing the HANA Studio or using SQL commands to check the current settings.
  
  
  
  Enable Collectors:
  
  If the collectors are disabled, you can enable them using the following SQL command:
  ALTER SYSTEM SET "collectors" = 'enabled';
  
  Make sure to replace 'enabled' with the appropriate setting based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the command has the necessary permissions to enable collectors. You may need to consult with your database administrator to adjust user roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Database State:
  
  Verify that the database is in a normal operational state. If it is undergoing maintenance or recovery, wait until those processes are complete before attempting to enable collectors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for more detailed information on collectors and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  HANA Studio: Use HANA Studio or HANA Cockpit to monitor the status of collectors and other performance metrics.
  Performance Monitoring: Understand the role of collectors in performance monitoring and how they impact system performance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.