How To Fix DB6PM798 - DBCFG - DATABASE_MEMORY: value &1 not within permitted range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 798

• Message text: DBCFG - DATABASE_MEMORY: value &1 not within permitted range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM798 - DBCFG - DATABASE_MEMORY: value &1 not within permitted range ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM798 DBCFG - DATABASE_MEMORY: value &1 not within permitted range typically indicates that the memory configuration for the database is not set correctly. This error is related to the database memory settings in the SAP system, which are crucial for optimal performance and stability.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Memory Configuration: The value set for the database memory exceeds the allowed limits defined by the database system or the SAP application.
  Database Version Limitations: Different database versions have specific memory limits. If the configuration exceeds these limits, the error will occur.
  Resource Constraints: The server may not have enough physical memory available to allocate the requested database memory.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the database parameters or the SAP system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Configuration:
  
  Review the current database memory settings in the SAP system. You can do this through transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or DB02.
  
  
  
  Adjust Memory Settings:
  
  Modify the database memory settings to ensure they fall within the permitted range. This can usually be done in the database configuration files or through the database management interface.
  For example, if you are using an SAP HANA database, you can adjust the memory settings in the global.ini file or through the HANA Studio.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or the database vendor's documentation for the specific memory limits and recommended settings for your version of the database.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Ensure that the server has enough physical memory available. If necessary, consider upgrading the server's hardware or optimizing other applications running on the same server.
  
  
  
  Restart Database:
  
  After making changes to the memory configuration, restart the database to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system and database are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these may contain fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to database memory configuration for your specific database type (e.g., Oracle, HANA, SQL Server).
  Database Documentation: Review the documentation for your specific database system to understand the memory allocation parameters and limits.
  Performance Monitoring: Use performance monitoring tools to analyze memory usage and identify potential bottlenecks in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.