How To Fix RSDA_SDB003 - DB connection &1 is not definied in table DBCON

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA_SDB - Messages for near-line reference implementation for MaxDB

• Message number: 003

• Message text: DB connection &1 is not definied in table DBCON

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA_SDB003 - DB connection &1 is not definied in table DBCON ?

  The SAP error message RSDA_SDB003 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection configuration in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that the database connection (DB connection) referenced by the system is not defined in the table DBCON. This can occur in scenarios where you are trying to access a database connection that has not been properly set up or is missing.
  Cause
  The primary causes of this error message include:
  
  Missing DB Connection: The specified database connection does not exist in the DBCON table.
  Incorrect Connection Name: The name of the database connection being referenced is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the connection was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the database connection.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check DBCON Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to access the Data Dictionary.
  Enter the table name DBCON and display it.
  Check if the database connection you are trying to use is listed in the DBCON table.
  
  
  
  Create or Update DB Connection:
  
  If the connection is missing, you can create it using transaction code DBACOCKPIT or DBCON.
  If it exists but is incorrect, you can update the connection details.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection Name:
  
  Ensure that the connection name used in your program or configuration matches exactly with what is defined in the DBCON table.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the database connection. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the connection was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration steps were followed in the target system.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant SAP services or the application server may help in recognizing the new or updated connection.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  DBCON Table: This table contains the definitions of database connections in SAP. Each entry corresponds to a specific database connection that can be used by various SAP applications.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit, where you can manage database connections.
  DBCON: Directly access the database connection configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.