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console to run a test on the specific data source. If the Native/OLE DB connection succeeds but the JDBC connection fails, the issue is isolated to the Java-based query engine. Examine XQE Logs
If SSL is required, ensure the JDBC connection string is updated to the SSL port and the appropriate certificates are imported into the Cognos keystore. 3. IBM Cognos Configuration Steps Security and compliance considerations console to run a
: If users are operating with non-English locale settings , certain configurations can prevent the connection from establishing correctly.
If the database is running, the next most common culprit is the network. : Confirm the database server is running and
: Confirm the database server is running and accessible from the Cognos application server using a standard ping or a native database tool.
: Verify the database port (typically 1433 for SQL Server or 50000 for DB2) and ensure firewall rules allow traffic between the Cognos server and the database. Environment & Locale Issues : Security and compliance considerations console to run a
Immediate technical causes (ranked by frequency)