How To Fix SDBALM006 - No SQL connection possible despite ONLINE state (&1)

SDBALM006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDBALM - SAP DB and liveCache Alert Monitoring

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No SQL connection possible despite ONLINE state (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDBALM006 - No SQL connection possible despite ONLINE state (&1) ?

  The SAP error message SDBALM006 indicates that there is an issue with establishing a SQL connection to the database, even though the database is reported to be in an ONLINE state. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for troubleshooting.
  Causes:
  
  Database 
  Configuration Issues: The database may not be configured correctly, leading to connection failures.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database server.
  Database Listener Issues: The database listener may not be running or may not be configured to accept connections.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, connections) that prevent new connections from being established.
  Firewall or Security Settings: Firewalls or security settings may be blocking the connection to the database.
  Database Instance Issues: The specific database instance may have issues that prevent connections, even if the overall database is online.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Status: Verify