How To Fix SY308 - Error in connection setup (CMINIT), return code = &

SY308 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Error in connection setup (CMINIT), return code = &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY308 - Error in connection setup (CMINIT), return code = & ?

  The SAP error message SY308 indicates that there is an issue with the connection setup, specifically during the initialization phase (CMINIT). The return code provided in the error message can give more context about the specific nature of the problem. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Common Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP application server and the database or other systems it is trying to connect to.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system, such as incorrect parameters in the instance profile or missing entries in the SAP router string.
  Database Issues: The database may be down, or there may be issues with the database listener or service.
  Authorization Problems: The user or service account being used to establish the connection may not have the necessary permissions.
  Resource Limitations: The server may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, CPU) which