How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG016 - Error while retrieving DBCON data; &1 not found in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error while retrieving DBCON data; &1 not found in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG016 - Error while retrieving DBCON data; &1 not found in &2 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG016 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving DBCON (Database Connection) data. The message typically states that a specific database connection (&1) was not found in the specified context (&2). This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with database connections in SAP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing DBCON Entry: The specified database connection does not exist in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or the connection not being created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DBCON entry might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Transport Issues: If the DBCON was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DBCON data.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database itself, such as connectivity problems or the database being down.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check DBCON Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction DBCON in SAP and verify if the specified database connection exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the name used in your application.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like database type, host, port, user credentials) are correctly set up in the DBCON entry.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the DBCON was transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  You may need to re-import or manually create the DBCON entry if it was not transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DBCON. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Database Connectivity:
  
  Check the database server to ensure it is up and running.
  Test the connection from the SAP system to the database to ensure there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DBCON: To manage database connections.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to database connections and DBCON configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.