How To Fix RSDA_SYB003 - DB connection &1 is not definied in table DBCON

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA_SYB - Messages for near-line implementation for Sybase IQ

• 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_SYB003 - DB connection &1 is not definied in table DBCON ?

  The SAP error message RSDA_SYB003 DB connection &1 is not defined in table DBCON typically indicates that the database connection specified (denoted by &1) is not properly defined in the SAP system's database connection table (DBCON). This can occur in various scenarios, especially when working with database connections in SAP Data Services or when trying to access a database from an SAP application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Database Connection: The specified database connection does not exist in the DBCON table.
  Incorrect Connection Name: The connection name used in the program or configuration does not match any entry in the DBCON table.
  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.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration of the database connection itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DBCON Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to access the Data Dictionary.
  Enter DBCON and check if the connection name exists in the table.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new entry.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Database Connection:
  
  Use transaction code DBACOCKPIT or DBCON to create or modify the database connection.
  Ensure that all required parameters (like database type, host, port, user, password, etc.) are correctly filled in.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection Name:
  
  Ensure that the connection name used in your program or configuration matches exactly with the name defined in the DBCON table.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the database connection.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the connection was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration steps were followed in the target system.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After creating or modifying the connection, test it to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DBCON Table: This table holds 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:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view and edit database tables.
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit for managing database connections.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to your version of SAP that might address 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.