How To Fix Q6271 - Database connection &1: incorrect format for SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT

Q6271 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Database connection &1: incorrect format for SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT

What causes this issue?

The value &V2& for parameter SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT, which is defined for
database connection &V1&, has the wrong format. The parameter must be a
whole, positive number.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the value of the parameter for database connection &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6271 - Database connection &1: incorrect format for SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT ?

  The SAP error message Q6271 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection to Sybase IQ, specifically related to the SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT parameter. This error typically arises when the format of the value assigned to the SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT parameter is incorrect or not recognized by the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The value assigned to SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT may not be in the expected format. This parameter usually expects a numeric value that specifies the time (in seconds) that a transaction will wait for a lock to be released before timing out.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the database configuration or the way the connection parameters are set up in the SAP system.
  Database Version Compatibility: The version of Sybase IQ being used may not support the specific format or value being provided for SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value assigned to SYBASE_IQ_LOCKWAIT. Ensure it is a valid numeric value (e.g., 30 for 30 seconds)