How To Fix ILM_STOR663 - DBCON is not available for access to table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 663

• Message text: DBCON is not available for access to table &1

What causes this issue?

With one exception, the tables in the ILM Database store are available
in any system. Therefore you need to provide a database connection for
each table in Customizing.
<ZH>No</> database connection could be determined for table &syst-msgv1&
.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The procedure is terminated.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, check the <DS:TRAN.SM30>TILM_STOR_CUS</> view to see
whether a database connection was provided for the table <ZH>and</>
whether it exists.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR663 - DBCON is not available for access to table &1 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR663 indicates that the DataBase Connection (DBCON) required for accessing a specific table is not available. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system attempts to access a database table that is not reachable due to a missing or misconfigured database connection.
  Cause:
  
  Missing DBCON Configuration: The database connection (DBCON) for the specified table is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect DBCON Settings: The DBCON might be defined but configured incorrectly, leading to connection issues.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database server itself, such as it being down or network issues preventing access.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the table may not have the necessary authorizations to use the DBCON.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DBCON Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check the database connections.
  Verify that the DBCON for the specified table is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Update DBCON:
  
  If the DBCON is missing, you can create it using transaction code DBCON.
  If it exists but is misconfigured, update the connection parameters to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Database Connection:
  
  Use the DBCON transaction to test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  Check for any error messages that may indicate what is wrong with the connection.
  
  
  
  Check Database Server Status:
  
  Ensure that the database server is up and running.
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing access to the database.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the DBCON and the associated tables.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DBCON: To manage database connections.
  DB02: To monitor database performance and connections.
  SE11: To check the table definition and ensure it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ILM and DBCON for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.