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Message type: E = Error
Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages
Message number: 540
Message text: &1% used
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D4540
- &1% used ?The SAP error message D4540 typically indicates that a certain percentage of a resource (like a storage location, database, or other system resource) has been used up, and it is often accompanied by a warning about the potential for running out of that resource. The message format usually looks like this: "D4540 &1% used," where "&1" represents the percentage of the resource that has been utilized.
Cause:
- Resource Limit Reached: The error is triggered when a specific resource (e.g., memory, disk space, or database tables) reaches a predefined threshold of usage.
- Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to issue warnings or errors when resource usage exceeds a certain percentage.
- Data Growth: Rapid growth in data volume or usage patterns can lead to reaching the limits of available resources.
Solution:
- Monitor Resource Usage: Regularly check the usage of the resource in question. Use transaction codes like
DB02
for database monitoring orST02
for memory monitoring.- Increase Resource Allocation: If possible, increase the allocation of the resource (e.g., add more disk space, increase memory limits).
- Data Archiving: Implement data archiving strategies to remove old or unnecessary data from the system, thereby freeing up resources.
- Cleanup: Perform cleanup activities, such as deleting temporary files, logs, or obsolete data that may be consuming space.
- Adjust Configuration: Review and adjust the configuration settings that trigger the warning or error message to better align with your system's usage patterns.
- Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
Related Information:
ST03N
for workload analysis and SM37
for job monitoring.If the issue persists after taking these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.
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