How To Fix SQLM034 - Server &1 cannot be reached

SQLM034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQLM - SQL Monitor messages to the world

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Server &1 cannot be reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQLM034 - Server &1 cannot be reached ?

  The SAP error message SQLM034, which states "Server &1 cannot be reached," typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to connect to the specified database server. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database server. This could be due to firewall settings, network outages, or misconfigured network settings.
  
  
  Database Server Down: The database server might be down or not running. This could be due to maintenance, crashes, or other operational issues.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection parameters (like hostname, port, or service name) in the SAP system configuration might be incorrect. This can happen if there were recent changes to the database server or network configuration.
  
  
  Database Listener Issues: The database listener (e.g., Oracle Listener, SQL Server, etc.) may not be running or may not be configured