How To Fix DB6PM797 - DBCFG - MAXAPPLS - SAP recommendation: at least 60

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 797

• Message text: DBCFG - MAXAPPLS - SAP recommendation: at least 60

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM797 - DBCFG - MAXAPPLS - SAP recommendation: at least 60 ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM797 DBCFG - MAXAPPLS indicates that the maximum number of application connections to the database has been reached or is set too low. The message suggests that the configuration parameter for maximum applications (MAXAPPLS) should be set to at least 60.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Limit: The MAXAPPLS parameter in the database configuration is set to a value lower than the number of concurrent connections required by your SAP system.
  High Load: The SAP system is experiencing a high load, leading to more concurrent database connections than the current limit allows.
  Insufficient Resources: The database server may not have enough resources (CPU, memory) to handle the number of connections being requested.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase MAXAPPLS:
  
  Access the database configuration settings.
  Locate the MAXAPPLS parameter.
  Increase its value to at least 60, or higher if your system requires it based on the expected load.
  Save the changes and restart the database if necessary.
  
  
  
  Monitor Database Connections:
  
  Use monitoring tools to observe the number of active connections to the database.
  Analyze the workload and adjust the MAXAPPLS parameter accordingly.
  
  
  
  Optimize Application Performance:
  
  Review the application code and database queries to ensure they are optimized and not holding connections longer than necessary.
  Implement connection pooling if not already in place.
  
  
  
  Check Database Resources:
  
  Ensure that the database server has adequate resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to handle the increased number of connections.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Documentation: Refer to the specific database documentation (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for details on configuring connection limits and performance tuning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  System Monitoring: Utilize SAP Solution Manager or other monitoring tools to keep track of system performance and connection usage.
  
  By addressing the MAXAPPLS setting and ensuring that your system is optimized for performance, you can resolve the error and improve the stability of your SAP environment.