How To Fix RSDL118 - Database system &1 is not connected in BW. Please Check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDL - BW DB Connect

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Database system &1 is not connected in BW. Please Check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDL118 - Database system &1 is not connected in BW. Please Check ?

  The SAP error message RSDL118 indicates that the database system specified is not connected in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This can occur for various reasons, and addressing it typically involves checking the connection settings and ensuring that the database is operational. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The database server may be down or unreachable due to network issues.
  Configuration Errors: The connection settings in the SAP BW system may be incorrect or misconfigured.
  Database Instance Not Running: The database instance itself may not be running or may have crashed.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the database connection may not have the necessary permissions.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking access to the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Status:
  
  Ensure that the database server is up and running. You can do this by logging into the database directly or using monitoring tools.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the connection settings for the database. This can typically be done in transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or RSCUSTV10.
  Ensure that the hostname, port, and database name are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  Use the connection test feature in the SAP BW system to verify that the connection to the database can be established.
  
  
  
  Check User Credentials:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the database connection are correct and have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the SAP BW and database logs for any error messages that might provide more context about the connection issue.
  
  
  
  Firewall and Network Configuration:
  
  Ensure that there are no firewall rules or network configurations that are preventing access to the database server.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  If the database instance is down, restart the database services. If necessary, restart the SAP BW application server as well.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to your specific version of SAP BW and the database you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP BW and the database you are using. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DBACOCKPIT, RSCUSTV10, and SM21 (for system logs) to help diagnose the issue.
  Database Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) for any specific connection requirements or troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDL118 error in your SAP BW system. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.