How To Fix DB02014 - Segment &1.&2 in tablespace &3 cannot allocate more than &4 extents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB02 - For Oracle Component of the Database Monitor

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Segment &1.&2 in tablespace &3 cannot allocate more than &4 extents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB02014 - Segment &1.&2 in tablespace &3 cannot allocate more than &4 extents ?

  The SAP error message DB02014 indicates that a specific segment in a tablespace has reached its maximum limit for the number of extents it can allocate. This typically occurs in database systems like Oracle, where segments (such as tables or indexes) are stored in tablespaces, and each segment has a limit on the number of extents it can use.
  Cause:
  
  Maximum Extents Reached: The segment (identified by &1 and &2) has reached the maximum number of extents allowed in the tablespace (identified by &3). This can happen if the segment has grown significantly over time and has hit the configured limit.
  Tablespace Configuration: The tablespace may have been configured with a low maximum extent limit, which can lead to this error if the segment grows beyond that limit.
  Database Configuration: The database may have restrictions on the number of extents for segments, which can be a result of specific settings or limitations imposed by the database administrator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Maximum Extents:
  
  You can increase the maximum number of extents for the segment. This can be done by altering the segment's properties. For example, in Oracle, you can use the following SQL command:
  ALTER TABLE <table_name> STORAGE (MAXEXTENTS UNLIMITED);
  
  Replace <table_name> with the actual name of the table or segment.
  
  
  
  Resize the Tablespace:
  
  If the tablespace itself is full, you may need to add more data files or increase the size of existing data files to accommodate more extents.
  You can add a new data file to the tablespace using:
  ALTER TABLESPACE <tablespace_name> ADD DATAFILE '<file_path>' SIZE <size>;
  
  
  
  
  Review Segment Usage:
  
  Analyze the segment to see if it can be optimized. For example, if there are unused rows or if the segment can be partitioned, this may help reduce the extent usage.
  
  
  
  Database Maintenance:
  
  Regularly perform database maintenance tasks such as reorganizing tables, purging old data, or archiving data to keep the segments from growing excessively.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the specific database documentation for more details on managing extents and tablespaces, as the commands and options may vary between different database systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Documentation: Always refer to the official documentation for your specific database system (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, etc.) for detailed instructions on managing tablespaces and segments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  Monitoring Tools: Use database monitoring tools to keep track of segment growth and tablespace usage to prevent this issue from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB02014 error and prevent it from recurring.