Solution : https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/1353266 (SAP Service marketplace login required)
Summary :
This SAP note details the prerequisites and detailed steps for upgrading to MaxDB 7.8 from version 7.5 or higher. It includes pertinent information on DBUPDATE, version upgrade methods, and the impacted SAP application systems. Highlighted are the prerequisites like installing SAP Kernel 640_EX2 before the MaxDB upgrade and adjusting database parameters. Essential links to the Product Availability Matrix, upgrade guides, and software download areas are provided to ensure correct setup. Importantly, special compatibility conditions are outlined for R/3 4.6C and earlier versions. Users must review this guide to mitigate potential errors during and after the upgrade.
Key words :
/instguides -> database upgrades -> sap maxdbthe valid maxdb dvd material numbers, application group -> additional components -> sap kernel -> sap kernel [32-bit, application group -> additional components -> maxdbif, exclusive sql_execute commit work sql_releasealternatively, unicode] -> <operating system> -> maxdb -> sapexedb_<version>, <superdba password> sql_execute alter user superdba, unicode] -> sap kernel <version> [32-bit, isolated client installation cl_<sapsid>, /swdc > sap software download center > database, ertp target product version requires
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