How To Fix IPC_DB002 - Database connection could not be set up: Destination SPACE not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPC_DB - Messages for IPC Database

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Database connection could not be set up: Destination SPACE not found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPC_DB002 - Database connection could not be set up: Destination SPACE not found. ?

  The SAP error message IPC_DB002 indicates that the system is unable to establish a database connection because the specified destination (in this case, "SPACE") could not be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Planning (IP) or when using the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Destination Configuration: The destination "SPACE" may not be defined in the SAP system or may be incorrectly configured.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the database.
  Database Service Not Running: The database service that the destination points to may not be running or may have encountered an error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the database.
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The connection parameters (like host, port, user credentials) for the destination may be incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM59 in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the destination "SPACE" in the list of RFC destinations.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it. If it exists, check its configuration for correctness (e.g., connection type, target host, service name, etc.).
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In SM59, select the destination "SPACE" and use the "Test Connection" button to verify if the connection can be established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Database Status:
  
  Ensure that the database service is running and accessible. You may need to check with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules or network issues preventing access to the database server.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user account being used to connect to the database has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Parameters:
  
  Double-check the connection parameters in the destination configuration to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to IPC_DB002 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Integrated Planning and database connectivity for additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.