How To Fix SMMSS_SQLJOBS106 - Create backup devices first in SQL Server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_SQLJOBS - Message class for SMSS_SQLJOBS

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Create backup devices first in SQL Server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS106 - Create backup devices first in SQL Server ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_SQLJOBS106: Create backup devices first typically occurs when the SAP system is trying to perform a database backup operation in SQL Server, but the necessary backup devices have not been created or configured properly. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's database management tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Backup Devices: The error indicates that the SQL Server backup devices required for the backup operation do not exist. Backup devices are logical representations of physical storage locations where backups are stored.
  Incorrect Configuration: The backup configuration in the SAP system may not point to the correct backup devices.
  Permissions Issues: The SQL Server service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the backup devices or the underlying file system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMMSS_SQLJOBS106 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create Backup Devices:
  
  Open SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
  Connect to the SQL Server instance where your SAP database is hosted.
  Navigate to the "Server Objects" node in the Object Explorer.
  Right-click on "Backup Devices" and select "New Backup Device".
  Provide a name for the backup device and specify the physical file path where the backups will be stored.
  Click "OK" to create the backup device.
  
  
  
  Configure SAP to Use the Backup Devices:
  
  In the SAP system, ensure that the backup configuration points to the newly created backup devices.
  This can typically be done through transaction codes like DB13 (Database Backup) or DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration Cockpit).
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SQL Server service account has the necessary permissions to access the directory where the backup devices are located.
  You may need to grant read/write permissions to the SQL Server service account on the backup device's physical path.
  
  
  
  Test the Backup:
  
  After creating the backup devices and configuring SAP, perform a test backup to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Backup Devices in SQL Server: Backup devices can be either disk files or tape devices. For most SAP installations, disk files are used.
  SAP Database Administration: Regular backups are crucial for data recovery and integrity. Familiarize yourself with SAP's database administration tools and best practices.
  SQL Server Documentation: Refer to the official Microsoft SQL Server documentation for detailed instructions on managing backup devices and performing backups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMMSS_SQLJOBS106 error and successfully perform database backups in your SAP environment.