How To Fix RS2HANA_AUTH446 - DBMS user name is valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_AUTH -

• Message number: 446

• Message text: DBMS user name is valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH446 - DBMS user name is valid ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_AUTH446 indicates an issue related to the database user authentication when trying to connect to an SAP HANA database. The specific message "DBMS user name is valid" suggests that the user name provided is recognized by the database, but there may be other underlying issues preventing successful authentication or authorization.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Password: The password for the database user may be incorrect.
  User Privileges: The user may not have the necessary privileges to perform the requested operation.
  Connection Configuration: There may be issues with the connection configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Expired User Account: The database user account may be locked or expired.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the HANA database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Credentials:
  
  Check the username and password being used for the connection. Ensure that they are correct.
  If necessary, reset the password for the database user.
  
  
  
  Check User Privileges:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and privileges assigned in the HANA database to perform the required operations.
  You can use SQL commands or HANA Studio to check and modify user privileges.
  
  
  
  Review Connection Settings:
  
  Check the connection parameters in the SAP system (e.g., in the DB connection settings) to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Verify the hostname, port, and service name.
  
  
  
  Account Status:
  
  Check if the user account is locked or expired. You can unlock or reactivate the account if necessary.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the HANA database.
  Test the connection using tools like ping or telnet to verify connectivity.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP and HANA logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for information on user management and connection configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RS2HANA_AUTH446 error message.