How To Fix SMMSS_SQLJOBS103 - No user database exists for backup

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_SQLJOBS - Message class for SMSS_SQLJOBS

• Message number: 103

• Message text: No user database exists for backup

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS103 - No user database exists for backup ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS103: No user database exists for backup typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that utilize SQL Server for database management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a user database that can be backed up, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Database Not Created: The user database that you are trying to back up may not have been created yet.
  Database Not Accessible: The database might exist but is not accessible due to permissions issues or it being in a state that prevents backup (e.g., offline, suspect).
  Incorrect Configuration: The backup configuration might be pointing to the wrong database or server.
  Database Name Mismatch: The name of the database specified in the backup job may not match the actual name of the database in SQL Server.
  User Permissions: The user account running the backup job may not have sufficient permissions to access the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Database Existence:
  
  Check if the database exists in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Database State:
  
  Ensure that the database is online and not in a suspect or offline state. You can do this by running the following SQL command:
  SELECT name, state_desc FROM sys.databases WHERE name = 'YourDatabaseName';
  
  
  
  
  Review Backup Job Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system configuration and verify that the backup job is correctly configured to point to the right database.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account running the backup job has the necessary permissions to access and back up the database. The user should have at least the db_backupoperator role on the database.
  
  
  
  Database Name Verification:
  
  Double-check the name of the database in the backup job configuration to ensure it matches the actual database name in SQL Server.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the SAP and SQL Server logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to backup issues with your version of SAP.
  SQL Server Documentation: Refer to SQL Server documentation for more details on backup operations and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.