How To Fix CRM_SUITE008 - Memory space is full

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SUITE - Messages for CRM_SURVEY_SUITE

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Memory space is full

What causes this issue?

A selected file is to be exported to a data carrier.

System Response

The data carrier does not have sufficient memory space available for
the export.

How to fix this error?

Delete files no longer required from the data carrier.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SUITE008 - Memory space is full ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SUITE008, which indicates that the "Memory space is full," typically arises when the system runs out of memory resources allocated for processing certain operations. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data processing, report generation, or when handling large datasets in the SAP CRM system.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Memory Allocation: The memory allocated to the SAP application server may not be sufficient for the operations being performed.
  High Load: A high number of concurrent users or processes can lead to memory exhaustion.
  Memory Leaks: Inefficient coding or poorly optimized queries can lead to memory leaks, consuming more memory than necessary.
  Large Data Sets: Processing large volumes of data without proper pagination or filtering can quickly fill up memory.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to inefficient memory usage.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Memory Allocation:
  
  Adjust the instance profile parameters to increase the memory allocation for the SAP application server. Key parameters include abap/heap_area_dia, abap/heap_area_nondia, and abap/heap_area_total.
  Restart the SAP instance after making changes to the profile.
  
  
  
  Optimize Code and Queries:
  
  Review and optimize ABAP code and SQL queries to ensure they are efficient and do not consume excessive memory.
  Implement pagination or filtering to handle large datasets in smaller chunks.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and ST03 (Workload Analysis) to monitor memory usage and identify bottlenecks.
  Analyze memory consumption patterns and adjust configurations accordingly.
  
  
  
  Limit Concurrent Users:
  
  If possible, limit the number of concurrent users or processes during peak times to reduce memory load.
  
  
  
  Check for Memory Leaks:
  
  Use tools like the SAP Memory Inspector to identify and resolve memory leaks in custom code or standard programs.
  
  
  
  System Upgrade:
  
  If the issue persists and is due to hardware limitations, consider upgrading the server hardware or moving to a more powerful instance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to CRM_SUITE008 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have faced similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on memory management and performance tuning in SAP systems.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the CRM_SUITE008 error and improve the overall performance of your SAP CRM system.