How To Fix DB6PM278 - DB Partition &1: Size of BP &2 is AUTOMATIC, but STMM is turned OFF

DB6PM278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 278

• Message text: DB Partition &1: Size of BP &2 is AUTOMATIC, but STMM is turned OFF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM278 - DB Partition &1: Size of BP &2 is AUTOMATIC, but STMM is turned OFF ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM278 indicates an issue related to database partitioning and the configuration of the Self-Tuning Memory Manager (STMM) in the context of SAP's database management. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Partitioning: The error message refers to a database partition (BP) that is set to "AUTOMATIC" size. This means that the database is configured to automatically manage the size of this partition.
  STMM Disabled: The Self-Tuning Memory Manager (STMM) is a feature that allows the database to automatically adjust memory allocation for various components based on workload. If STMM is turned off, the database cannot automatically manage memory, which can lead to issues when partitions are set to automatic sizing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enable STMM: The primary solution is to enable the Self-Tuning Memory Manager (STMM). This can typically be done through the database configuration settings. The exact steps may vary depending on the database