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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