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Error message when connecting to database in Controller Configuration

Troubleshooting


Problem

Unable to connect to the database from IBM Cognos Controller Configuration

Symptom

ERROR: com.microsoft.sqlserver.jdbc.SQLServerException: The driver could not establish a secure connection to SQL Server by using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption. PKIX path building failed: java.security.cert.CertPathBuilderException: unable to find valid certification path to requested target".

Document Location

Worldwide


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Document Information

More support for:
IBM Cognos Controller

Component:
Controller->BA - Cognos Controller

Software version:
All Versions

Operating system(s):
Windows

Document number:
6966704

Modified date:
09 May 2025

UID

ibm16966704

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