Sage Error 40960

Sage 50 Error 40960 is a database connection error. It is related to Sage 300 software. Users get the error message “Cannot access database.” The configuration for the database has to be corrected to resolve Sage error 40960. This issue can also be related to a connection with the database. Despite correct settings, some users have reported that they cannot connect to the database. We’ll be looking at solutions for all of these underlying problems in this article.

Note: We assume that you have all the latest updates installed for your version of Sage 300. If not, then we highly recommend that you install all the latest updates available. Also, please log in to both Windows and Sage 300 with an administrative account. Without administrative privileges, you won’t be able to make changes to the settings in windows.

Error Code	Error 40960	Developer:	Sage Group
Error Description	Error 40960: Cannot Access Database	Software:	Sage 50
Cause	The DNS Database Setup is pointing to the wrong server	Applies to:	Windows
Symptoms	Even When the settings are correct the user cannot to database	Possible Solution	Disable the security software and connect them to the database

Exact Error Shown While Facing Sage Error 40960

Error: “Cannot access database (error=40960).

Causes of Sage Error 40960

The Cause for Sage Error 40960 can be that a User is using a DNS to database setup points to the wrong server.

DSN Settings

The DSN (Database Source Name) settings need to be corrected.

To do so, follow the steps provided below:

• Open the 32 bit DSN (Data Sources) settings
• Click on the DSN used by Sage 300
• Select Configure
• Correct all the settings for the DSN
• Click on Save
• Now restart the system and resume using the software.

Solution : Resolve Connection Problem

To Solve Sage Error 40960 confirm to system DNS used in ODBC is the correct SQL Login credentials.

To know more read below:

Oftentimes, a simple connection problem with the database can cause errors. Strangely enough, there are many security software that blocks certain connections through specific ports. In such a case, it becomes difficult to diagnose the underlying issue.

The easiest way to troubleshoot this issue is to simply disable each of the security software, and then try connecting to the database.

Most probably, the underlying cause of error for most connection problems such as Sage 50 error 40960 is windows firewall.

If this is the case, then follow the steps provided below:

1. Disable the firewall and check if you still get Sage error 40960
2. If yes, then go to Advanced Settings for windows firewall
3. Click on Inbound Rules and create a new rule for the port through which Sage connects to the database
4. Do the same for Outbound rules
5. Save the name and description of these rules for future reference.

Solution 1: Double-check your DSN Settings

• To begin with, you have to open the 32-bit Dash setting.
• Then you have to select DSN using Sage 300.
• After that, you have to click on configure and make the necessary changes in the DSN setting.
• In the last, you have to select save.

By way of DSN configuration

• The first thing you have to do is navigate to the 32-bit DSN (Data Source) setting.
• After that, you have to select the DSN used by Sage 300.
• Then click on configure.
• You have to make sure that all the settings of the DSN settings are correct.
• Then save the file
• Then restart the system and resume using the software.

Solution 2: solve the Connection Issue

• First of all, disable the firewall and verify that the Sage 40960 error is fixed.
• If the problem is fixed, then select Advanced Windows Firewall.
• After that, you have to select the inbound rule and create a new port rule that connects the SEZ to the database.
• Execute the content outbound rule.
• In the last, you have to save the name and description.

What is Sage 300?

Sage 300 is the flagship ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software offered by the Sage group. With this, you can manage:

• Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Distribution
• Inventory
• Payments
• Sales

It covers the entire landscape of business and enables you to micromanage and micro-analyze everything related to your business. This is great software for planning your entire financial year. Further, once you’ve collected enough data, you can always analyze it with reporting tools and gain valuable insights. There are multiple plans available for Sage 300, which make it highly customizable. You can choose the plans and versions according to your business requirements.

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