How To Fix DB6PM832 - Invalid BUFFERSIZE (min. 1, max. MON_HEAP_SZ)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 832

• Message text: Invalid BUFFERSIZE (min. 1, max. MON_HEAP_SZ)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM832 - Invalid BUFFERSIZE (min. 1, max. MON_HEAP_SZ) ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM832 Invalid BUFFERSIZE (min. 1, max. MON_HEAP_SZ) typically indicates an issue with the buffer size configuration for a database operation. This error is often related to the settings in the database or the SAP system that are not aligned with the expected parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Buffer Size: The buffer size specified in the configuration is either too small (less than 1) or exceeds the maximum allowed size defined by MON_HEAP_SZ.
  Configuration Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the buffer size settings in the SAP system and the database configuration.
  Database Parameters: The database parameters related to memory allocation may not be set correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Buffer Size Configuration:
  
  Review the buffer size settings in your SAP system configuration. Ensure that the buffer size is set to a value between 1 and the maximum allowed size (MON_HEAP_SZ).
  You can typically find these settings in the database configuration files or through the database management interface.
  
  
  
  Adjust Database Parameters:
  
  If the buffer size exceeds the maximum limit, adjust it to a valid value. You may need to consult your database documentation to find the appropriate maximum size for MON_HEAP_SZ.
  If necessary, increase the MON_HEAP_SZ parameter in the database configuration to allow for larger buffer sizes.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making changes to the configuration, restart the relevant database services and the SAP application server to ensure that the new settings take effect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP and database documentation for specific guidelines on configuring buffer sizes and memory settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Documentation: Check the documentation for your specific database (e.g., SAP HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) for details on memory management and buffer size settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB6PM832 error and ensure that your SAP system operates smoothly.