How To Fix D4431 - SAP/OS400 extended memory mgmt:Free resources - curr. no. of big elements

D4431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 431

• Message text: SAP/OS400 extended memory mgmt:Free resources - curr. no. of big elements

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4431 - SAP/OS400 extended memory mgmt:Free resources - curr. no. of big elements ?

  The SAP error message D4431, which pertains to SAP/OS400 extended memory management, indicates that the system has encountered an issue with memory allocation, specifically related to the number of "big elements" that can be allocated in the extended memory pool. This error typically arises when the system is unable to free up enough resources to accommodate new memory requests.
  
  Cause:
  
  Memory Limitations: The system has reached its limit for the number of big elements that can be allocated in the extended memory. This can happen if there are too many large objects or data structures being held in memory.
  Memory Fragmentation: Over time, memory can become fragmented, leading to inefficient use of available memory resources.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for memory management in the SAP system may not be optimized for the workload, leading to insufficient memory allocation.
  High Workload: A sudden increase in workload or a specific transaction that requires a large amount