How To Fix MSGSERVER026 - Maximum number of counters has been exceeded

MSGSERVER026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGSERVER - Messages for Message Server

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Maximum number of counters has been exceeded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGSERVER026 - Maximum number of counters has been exceeded ?

  The SAP error message MSGSERVER026, which states "Maximum number of counters has been exceeded," typically occurs in the context of SAP's message server. This error indicates that the number of message counters (which track the number of messages sent and received) has reached its limit, preventing further messages from being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Limits: The message server has a predefined limit for the number of message counters it can handle. When this limit is exceeded, the error is triggered.
  High Load: A sudden spike in message traffic or a large number of active sessions can lead to this situation.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase the Counter Limit:
  
  You can increase the limit of message counters in the SAP system configuration. This is typically done in the instance profile parameters.
  Look for the parameter ms/num_counters and increase its value. The default value is often set to 1000,