How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI676 - Not enough memory in data provider

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Not enough memory in data provider

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI676 - Not enough memory in data provider ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI676 Not enough memory in data provider typically indicates that the system is running out of memory while trying to process a request, often related to data retrieval or processing in a report or transaction. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when dealing with large datasets or complex queries.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Volume: The query or report is trying to process a large amount of data that exceeds the memory limits of the application server or the client.
  Inefficient Queries: Poorly optimized queries that require excessive memory to execute.
  Insufficient Memory Allocation: The SAP system may not have enough memory allocated to handle the current workload.
  Client-Side Limitations: The client machine may not have enough memory available to handle the data being processed.
  Background Jobs: If the error occurs during background processing, it may be due to insufficient memory allocated for background jobs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Optimize Queries: Review and optimize the queries or reports to reduce the amount of data being processed at one time. Use filters to limit the data set.
  Increase Memory Allocation: 
  
  For application servers, consider increasing the memory allocation in the SAP profile parameters (e.g., abap/heap_area_dia, abap/heap_area_nondia, etc.).
  For background jobs, ensure that the job is configured with sufficient memory.
  
  
  Use Paging: If applicable, implement paging in reports to load data in smaller chunks rather than all at once.
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's memory usage and ensure that there are enough resources available. You may need to add more memory to the server if it is consistently running low.
  Client-Side Adjustments: If the issue is on the client side, ensure that the client machine has adequate memory and resources available.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address memory issues or bugs related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and ST04 (Database Performance) to monitor memory usage and performance.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with details about the error, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on memory management and performance tuning.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the memory-related error in SAP.