How To Fix 00024 - Roll area too small

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Roll area too small

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00024 - Roll area too small ?

  The SAP error message "00024 Roll area too small" indicates that the roll area, which is a part of the memory allocated for a user session, is insufficient to handle the current workload. The roll area is used to store data that is not currently in use but may be needed later, such as data from internal tables or program variables.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Roll Area Size: The roll area size is set too small for the operations being performed. This can happen if the default settings are not adequate for the complexity of the transactions or programs being executed.
  High Memory Usage: If a program or transaction is using a lot of memory, it can quickly exhaust the available roll area.
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be configured optimally for the workload it is handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Roll Area Size:
  
  You can increase the roll area size by adjusting the profile parameters in the SAP system. The relevant parameter is rdisp/roll_area.
  To change this parameter, you can use transaction RZ10:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10.
  Select the appropriate instance profile.
  Add or modify the parameter rdisp/roll_area to a larger value (e.g., increase it from the default value of 512 KB to 1024 KB or more, depending on your needs).
  Save the changes and restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  
  
  Monitor Memory Usage:
  
  Use transaction SM04 to monitor user sessions and their memory usage. Identify any sessions that are consuming excessive memory and investigate the cause.
  Use transaction ST02 to check for memory bottlenecks and analyze the memory distribution.
  
  
  
  Optimize Programs:
  
  Review the ABAP programs or transactions that are causing the issue. Optimize them to use less memory if possible. This may involve reducing the size of internal tables or optimizing data processing logic.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is configured correctly for the expected workload. This includes checking other memory-related parameters such as abap/heap_area_dia and abap/heap_area_nondia.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to memory management and roll area issues for additional guidance and best practices.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on memory management and configuration parameters.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and memory usage to proactively address potential issues before they lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "00024 Roll area too small" error and improve the overall performance of your SAP system.