How To Fix /SOMO/BPMON009 - Function module '&1': error to return destination for DB connection '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/BPMON -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Function module '&1': error to return destination for DB connection '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/BPMON009 - Function module '&1': error to return destination for DB connection '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/BPMON009 Function module '&1': error to return destination for DB connection '&2' typically indicates an issue with the database connection configuration in your SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including misconfiguration of the database connection, issues with the database itself, or problems with the SAP application server.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Database Connection Configuration: The database connection parameters (like hostname, port, database name, user credentials) may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Database Unavailability: The database server may be down or unreachable due to network issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user credentials used for the database connection may not have the necessary permissions.
  SAP System Configuration: There may be issues with the SAP system configuration, such as missing or incorrect entries in the tnsnames.ora file (for Oracle databases) or similar configuration files for other databases.
  Function Module Issues: The function module referenced in the error may have issues or may not be properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Connection Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction DBACOCKPIT or SM59 in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the database connection. Ensure that all parameters (hostname, port, database name, user, password) are correct.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Database Availability:
  
  Ensure that the database server is up and running.
  Check network connectivity between the SAP application server and the database server.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user credentials used for the database connection have the necessary permissions to access the database.
  
  
  
  Check SAP System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration files related to the database connection (like tnsnames.ora for Oracle).
  Ensure that the entries are correct and that the SAP system can resolve the database connection.
  
  
  
  Review Function Module:
  
  Check the function module referenced in the error message for any issues or inconsistencies.
  If necessary, consult SAP notes or documentation for any known issues related to the function module.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: To manage RFC connections.
  DBACOCKPIT: To monitor and manage database connections.
  
  
  Logs: Check the system logs (SM21) and developer traces (ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the error message.