How To Fix EU116 - Internal error: Overflow area is too small

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Internal error: Overflow area is too small

What causes this issue?

When editing the program with SCAN, the overflow area is too small.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Report the error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU116 - Internal error: Overflow area is too small ?

  The SAP error message EU116: Internal error: Overflow area is too small typically indicates that there is an issue with memory allocation within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the processing of large datasets or complex operations that exceed the allocated memory limits.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Volume: The operation being performed may involve processing a large volume of data that exceeds the memory limits set for the overflow area.
  Configuration Issues: The system parameters related to memory allocation may not be configured optimally for the workload.
  Programmatic Errors: Custom ABAP programs or reports may not handle memory allocation properly, leading to overflow errors.
  System Resource Limitations: The underlying hardware or system configuration may not provide sufficient resources to handle the required operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Memory Allocation:
  
  Adjust the memory settings in the SAP system. This can be done by modifying the instance profile parameters, such as abap/heap_area_dia and abap/heap_area_nondia, to allocate more memory for dialog and non-dialog processes.
  You can also check and increase the abap/heap_area_total parameter if necessary.
  
  
  
  Optimize ABAP Code:
  
  Review and optimize any custom ABAP programs or reports that may be causing the overflow. Look for inefficient data handling or unnecessary large data structures.
  Use appropriate data types and structures to minimize memory usage.
  
  
  
  Batch Processing:
  
  If the error occurs during data processing, consider breaking the operation into smaller batches to reduce memory consumption.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as SAP may have released fixes for known issues related to memory management.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and ST03 (Workload Analysis) to monitor memory usage and identify any bottlenecks or areas for improvement.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on memory management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) to analyze short dumps that may provide more context about the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on memory management and performance tuning.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation and assistance.