How To Fix SMMSS_SQLJOBS005 - DB not found!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_SQLJOBS - Message class for SMSS_SQLJOBS

• Message number: 005

• Message text: DB not found!

What causes this issue?

Database not found.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check with database administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS005 - DB not found! ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS005 DB not found! typically indicates that the system is unable to locate the specified database. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a job that requires access to a database that is either not available, incorrectly configured, or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Database Configuration Issues: The database may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Database Unavailability: The database server may be down or not reachable due to network issues.
  Incorrect Job Configuration: The job that is being executed may reference a database that does not exist or has been renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  Database Deletion: The database may have been deleted or dropped from the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Configuration:
  
  Verify that the database is correctly configured in the SAP system. Check the database connection settings in the SAP system configuration.
  
  
  
  Database Availability:
  
  Ensure that the database server is up and running. You can check the status of the database service and restart it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Check the job configuration to ensure that it references the correct database. If the database name has changed, update the job configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary permissions to access the database. You may need to adjust user roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Database Existence:
  
  Confirm that the database exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or create a new database.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP application logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidance on database management and job scheduling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SMMSS_SQLJOBS005 DB not found! error in your SAP environment.