How To Fix RSB_GUI054 - &1 is not a valid data base connection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSB_GUI - Open Hub Destination - GUI

• Message number: 054

• Message text: &1 is not a valid data base connection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSB_GUI054 - &1 is not a valid data base connection ?

  The SAP error message RSB_GUI054 indicates that the specified database connection is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when using the SAP GUI to connect to a database.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The database connection parameters (like hostname, port, database name, user credentials) may be incorrect.
  Database Service Not Running: The database service may not be running or may be unreachable due to network issues.
  Configuration Issues: The database connection may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified database.
  Database Driver Issues: The required database drivers may not be installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connection Parameters:
  
  Verify the database connection parameters in the SAP system. Ensure that the hostname, port, database name, and user credentials are correct.
  You can check these settings in transaction DBACOCKPIT or SM59 (for RFC connections).
  
  
  
  Verify Database Service:
  
  Ensure that the database service is running. You can check this by logging into the database server and verifying the service status.
  If the database is down, restart the service.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the database connection in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly in the relevant configuration transactions.
  For BW, check the settings in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the database. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Database Driver:
  
  Ensure that the correct database drivers are installed and configured in the SAP system. This may involve checking the installation of the database client software.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  Use the connection test feature in transaction SM59 to test the connection to the database. This can help identify if the issue is with the connection parameters or the database itself.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on configuring database connections and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.