How To Fix /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM007 - No shared memory for status management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: No shared memory for status management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM007 - No shared memory for status management ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM007 No shared memory for status management typically indicates an issue with the shared memory allocation for the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Business Objects Financials (BOFU) or similar applications that rely on shared memory for status management.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Shared Memory Allocation: The system may not have enough shared memory allocated for the processes that require it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP instance or the operating system that prevent proper allocation of shared memory.
  Resource Limits: Operating system limits on shared memory segments may be reached, preventing new segments from being created.
  Memory Fragmentation: Fragmentation of memory can lead to situations where there is not enough contiguous memory available for allocation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Shared Memory Allocation:
  
  Check the current shared memory settings in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction RZ10 to view and modify the profile parameters.
  Look for parameters like shmmax, shmmin, and shmall (for Unix/Linux systems) or equivalent settings for Windows.
  Increase these values as necessary and restart the SAP instance.
  
  
  
  Check Operating System Limits:
  
  On Unix/Linux systems, you can check the current limits using commands like ipcs -lm to see the limits on shared memory.
  Modify the /etc/sysctl.conf file to increase shared memory limits and apply the changes using sysctl -p.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Monitor Memory Usage:
  
  Use monitoring tools to check the memory usage of the SAP system and identify any potential leaks or excessive consumption that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Restart the SAP System:
  
  If changes are made to the shared memory configuration, a restart of the SAP system may be required for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring shared memory and understanding the parameters involved.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support for further assistance.