How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM554 - Data base connection & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Data base connection & is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM554 - Data base connection & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM554 indicates that there is an issue with the database connection in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system is unable to establish a connection to the database, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: The database server may be down, or there may be network issues preventing the application server from connecting to the database.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system for the database connection (e.g., incorrect database host, port, or service name).
  
  
  User Authorization Issues: The user credentials used to connect to the database may not have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Database Instance Issues: The database instance may not be running or may have encountered an error.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: The database may be experiencing resource limitations (e.g., memory, connections) that prevent new connections from being established.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database server is up and running. You can do this by logging into the database server and checking its status.
  
  
  Verify Network Connectivity: Check the network connection between the SAP application server and the database server. You can use tools like ping or telnet to test connectivity.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the database connection settings in the SAP system. This can typically be done in transaction DBACOCKPIT or by reviewing the instance profile parameters.
  
  
  Check User Credentials: Ensure that the user credentials used for the database connection are correct and that the user has the necessary permissions to access the database.
  
  
  Monitor Database Resources: Use database monitoring tools to check for resource limitations or issues. If the database is overloaded, consider optimizing queries or increasing resources.
  
  
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the database service or the SAP application server to clear any transient issues.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the SAP application logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to gather more information about the error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for database connectivity and troubleshooting for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.