How To Fix 14305 - Maximum number of failed shared GCs exceeded

14305 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Maximum number of failed shared GCs exceeded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14305 - Maximum number of failed shared GCs exceeded ?

  The SAP error message "14305 Maximum number of failed shared GCs exceeded" typically indicates that the system has encountered issues with garbage collection (GC) in the context of shared memory management. This error can occur in SAP systems that utilize the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) or in environments where shared memory is managed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Memory Pressure: The error often arises when the system is under memory pressure, leading to repeated failures in garbage collection attempts.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the JVM or insufficient memory allocation can lead to this error.
  Resource Contention: High contention for shared resources can cause garbage collection to fail repeatedly.
  Long-running Processes: Long-running processes that consume significant memory can lead to increased GC activity and potential failures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Increase Memory Allocation: Review and increase the memory allocation for the JVM. This can be done by adjusting the parameters in the instance profile (e.g., jvm_memory settings).
  Tune Garbage Collection Settings: Adjust the garbage collection