How To Fix SEPMH_DG099 - DB name &1 is used twice (not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPMH_DG - EPM HANA DG - Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: DB name &1 is used twice (not allowed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPMH_DG099 - DB name &1 is used twice (not allowed) ?

  The SAP error message SEPMH_DG099, which states "DB name &1 is used twice (not allowed)," typically occurs in the context of database configuration or when defining database connections in SAP systems. This error indicates that the same database name is being referenced more than once in a configuration where unique identifiers are required.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Database Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same database name has been defined multiple times in the system configuration, such as in the database connection settings or in the Data Management settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the same database is mistakenly referenced in different contexts or settings.
  Transport Issues: If configurations were transported from one system to another, it is possible that the transport included duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system where database connections are defined (e.g., transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT, SE11, or SE14).
  Look for any duplicate entries for the database name mentioned in the error message.
  Remove or correct any duplicate entries to ensure that each database name is unique.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, review the transport request to ensure that it does not contain duplicate database definitions.
  If duplicates are found, you may need to adjust the transport request or manually correct the configuration in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to database configuration for any specific guidelines or best practices that may help in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, after making changes to the configuration, it may be necessary to restart the SAP system or relevant services to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and correcting configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE14 (Database Utility) for managing database objects and connections.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SEPMH_DG099 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SEPMH_DG099 error in your SAP system.