How To Fix DB6PM800 - DBCFG - NUMLOGSPAN: 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: 800

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM800 - DBCFG - NUMLOGSPAN: value &1 not within permitted range ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM800 DBCFG - NUMLOGSPAN: value &1 not within permitted range typically relates to a configuration issue in the database settings, specifically concerning the logging span configuration for the database.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the value set for the parameter NUMLOGSPAN is outside the acceptable range defined by the database system. This parameter controls the number of log segments that can be used for logging transactions. If the value is too low or too high, it can lead to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the NUMLOGSPAN parameter to a value that is within the permitted range. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Current Value: First, check the current value of the NUMLOGSPAN parameter. You can do this by accessing the database configuration settings.
  
  
  Determine Permitted Range: Refer to the database documentation or configuration guidelines to find the valid range for the NUMLOGSPAN parameter.
  
  
  Modify the Parameter:
  
  If you have access to the database configuration tools or SQL command line, you can update the parameter directly.
  For example, if you are using a SQL command, it might look something like this:
  SET PARAMETER NUMLOGSPAN = <new_value>;
  
  Replace <new_value> with a value that is within the permitted range.
  
  
  
  Restart Database: After making changes to the configuration, you may need to restart the database for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After the database has restarted, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or the specific database documentation (e.g., HANA, MaxDB, etc.) for detailed information on configuration parameters.
  Support: If you are unsure about the correct value to set or if the problem persists after making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for assistance.
  Monitoring: After resolving the issue, monitor the database logs and performance to ensure that the changes have not introduced any new issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB6PM800 error and ensure that your database configuration is correct.