How To Fix /IBX/PE_RAPI_SRV046 - Error reading from the data source. DB cursor was not opened

/IBX/PE_RAPI_SRV046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBX/PE_RAPI_SRV -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Error reading from the data source. DB cursor was not opened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBX/PE_RAPI_SRV046 - Error reading from the data source. DB cursor was not opened ?

  The SAP error message /IBX/PE_RAPI_SRV046 indicates that there was an issue reading from a data source due to a database cursor not being opened. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that interact with databases, particularly when trying to execute a query or retrieve data.
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The database connection may not be established properly, leading to the cursor not being opened.
  Incorrect Query: The SQL query being executed may be malformed or incorrect, causing the cursor to fail to open.
  Resource Limitations: There may be resource limitations on the database server, such as maximum connections or memory issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary permissions to access the data source.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the database settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is active and properly configured. You can test the connection using transaction codes