How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG011 - Error while saving DBCON; error during modification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Error while saving DBCON; error during modification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG011 - Error while saving DBCON; error during modification ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG011 indicates that there is an issue while saving a Database Connection (DBCON) configuration. This error typically arises during the modification of a DBCON entry, which is used to define connections to external databases.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the DBCON entry.
  Database Connection Parameters: Incorrect or incomplete parameters in the DBCON configuration can lead to errors.
  Database Connectivity Issues: The external database may be unreachable or not properly configured.
  Locking Issues: The DBCON entry might be locked by another user or process, preventing modifications.
  System Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the system configuration or missing components required for the DBCON.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify DBCON entries. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SU01.
  Review DBCON Parameters: Verify that all required parameters for the DBCON are correctly filled out. This includes checking the database type, host, port, user credentials, etc.
  Test Database Connectivity: Use tools like DBACOCKPIT or DBACON to test the connection to the external database. Ensure that the database is up and running and that network connectivity is intact.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the DBCON entry is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to DBCON for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit
  DBCON: Maintain Database Connections
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to DBCON or the error message in question.
  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, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.