How To Fix /SAPCND/ARCH009 - Opened cursor is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/ARCH -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Opened cursor is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH009 - Opened cursor is not available ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH009 Opened cursor is not available typically indicates that there is an issue with a database cursor that was expected to be open but is not. This can occur in various scenarios, often related to database operations or when working with database connections in ABAP programs.
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The database connection may have been lost or closed unexpectedly.
  Cursor Management: The program may have attempted to use a cursor that was never opened or has already been closed.
  Transaction Handling: If a transaction is not properly managed (e.g., not committing or rolling back), it can lead to cursor issues.
  Long-Running Queries: If a query takes too long to execute, the database may close the cursor due to timeout settings.
  Resource Limits: The database may have reached its limit for open cursors, leading to the inability to open new ones.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is active and stable. You can test the connection using transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
  Review ABAP Code: Look for the section of the code where the cursor is opened and ensure that it is being handled correctly. Make sure that the cursor is opened before it is used and that it is not closed prematurely.
  Transaction Management: Ensure that all database transactions are properly committed or rolled back. Use COMMIT WORK and ROLLBACK WORK appropriately.
  Increase Cursor Limits: If the issue is related to resource limits, consider increasing the maximum number of cursors allowed in the database configuration.
  Optimize Queries: If long-running queries are causing timeouts, consider optimizing the SQL queries to improve performance.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be affecting the database operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation.