How To Fix STUN_ORA021 - Explain not possible for user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STUN_ORA - Messages for Function Group STUN_ORA (Oracle Statistics)

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Explain not possible for user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STUN_ORA021 - Explain not possible for user & ?

  The SAP error message "STUN_ORA021 Explain not possible for user &" typically occurs when there is an issue related to the execution of an EXPLAIN statement in Oracle databases from within SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Privileges: The user executing the EXPLAIN statement may not have the necessary privileges to perform this action on the database.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection between SAP and the Oracle database, which can prevent the execution of the EXPLAIN statement.
  User Profile Restrictions: The user profile in SAP may have restrictions that prevent certain operations, including EXPLAIN.
  Database Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Oracle database that affect the execution of EXPLAIN statements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Privileges:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary privileges to execute EXPLAIN statements. The user should have the SELECT privilege on the relevant tables and the EXPLAIN PLAN privilege.
  You can grant the necessary privileges using the following SQL command (executed by a user with sufficient privileges):
  GRANT SELECT ON <table_name> TO <user>;
  GRANT EXECUTE ON DBMS_XPLAN TO <user>;
  
  
  
  
  Verify Database Connection:
  
  Check the connection settings in SAP to ensure that they are correctly configured to connect to the Oracle database.
  Test the connection to ensure that it is stable and functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Review User Profile:
  
  Check the user profile settings in SAP to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the execution of EXPLAIN statements.
  You may need to adjust the profile settings or use a different user with the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Database Configuration:
  
  Review the Oracle database configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly to allow EXPLAIN statements.
  Check for any database-level restrictions or settings that may be affecting the execution of EXPLAIN.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or database administrator for assistance.
  Oracle Documentation: Refer to Oracle's documentation for more information on EXPLAIN statements and user privileges.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "STUN_ORA021 Explain not possible for user &" error in your SAP environment.