Asking in plain language, you can list and inspect tables, views, and stored procedures on an SAP HANA database, run queries, and check on containers and cloud service instances. Around twenty-two everyday tools are offered by default, with the full set of 186 commands available on request so the list stays manageable. It plugs into Claude Desktop, VS Code, and Cursor, needs no key of its own, and reaches the database using credentials you already have.
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Use This MCP server To
Show me the columns and keys on a table Run a query and explain the result in plain language Check whether my database container is up and healthy Find which tables hold a particular field name Look up what a stored procedure actually does List the database services attached to my account
README
SAP HANA Developer Command Line Interface
⚠️ Important Notice - Major Updates (Feb/March 2026)
Version 4.x introduces significant changes including Express 5 migration, refactored database connection handling, and major performance improvements. While we've tested extensively, please be aware of potential issues in your specific environment.
If you encounter problems:
Report Issues: Please open an issue on our GitHub Issues page with details about your environment and the problem you're experiencing.
Rollback to Stable Version: If you need to quickly revert to the last stable release before these major changes, you can install version 3.202601.0 (January 2026):
npm install -g hana-cli@3.202601.0
What's Changed: The change log describes all notable changes including Express 5 migration, database connection refactoring, CLI startup performance optimization (60-77% faster), expanded test coverage (85%+ coverage), and the new VitePress documentation site.
📚 Documentation
Complete documentation is available in the docs/ folder and organized with VitePress. This README will maintain a high-level overview and quick links to the most important sections of the documentation but over time expect that more and more detailed documentation will be added to the docs folder as the project evolves.
Quick Links:
Getting Started - Installation and setup
Command Reference - All 20+ commands with examples
Features Guide - CLI, API, MCP, and more
API Reference - REST API documentation
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
hana-developer-cli-tool-example FAQ
Which apps does it work in?
Claude Desktop, VS Code, and Cursor, plus other assistants that support MCP servers.
Do I need an account key?
No separate key, but you do need working credentials for the SAP HANA database you want to reach.
How hard is setup?
This is a developer tool. You install the command line tool, set up your database connection details, then point your assistant at the bundled server.
Can I use this to look at a table without opening a database tool?
Yes. Ask for a table's columns, keys, and contents in plain language and it reports back.
Does it work against cloud databases?
Yes. Local SAP HANA Express, remote instances, and SAP HANA Cloud all work, including from a cloud shell.
Why only twenty-two tools when there are 186 commands?
A smaller starting set keeps your assistant focused, and the rest can be brought in on demand or switched on all at once.
