Dealing with Database Instance unavailability

Reviewed on February 17, 2025

Problem

My Database Instance is unavailable.

Possible causes

• High data loads
• High incoming traffic from specific apps or websites

Solution

You can monitor your Database Instance activity to be able to quickly identify and act on irregular activities that might be causing the instability/unavailability.

Monitor usage metrics on Cockpit to:

• Check if the usage is regular. Database Instance can be impacted by high data loads or unexpected high traffic from an app or website, for example
• Check the Database Instance logs for any unusual or suspicious activity