How To Fix RT064 - Monitoring object: Buffer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RT - Monitoring infrastructure MSG and alert texts

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Monitoring object: Buffer

What causes this issue?

This monitoring tree element reports on the performance of the SAP
system's most important buffers in each SAP application server.
The SAP system uses buffers to cache heavily-used and rarely-changed
data. Access to data in buffers is much faster than to data in the
database.
The buffers that are monitored are as follows:

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

The Program Buffer (also known as the Executable Buffer, ABAP Buffer, or
PXA Buffer) buffers the compiled executable versions of ABAP programs
The SAP Table Buffers, which are as follows:
The Single Record Buffer (TABLP or partial table buffer) buffers
individual records from SAP database tables.
The Generic Key Buffer (TABL or generic table buffer) buffers all or
part of the contents of database tables.
The GUI Buffers, which are as follows:
The Screen Buffer (also known as the Presentation or Dynpro Buffer)
buffers screens of ABAP programs (DYNPRO loads).
The CUA Buffer (also known as the Menu Buffer) buffers menu and button
definitions from ABAP screens.
The SAP Repository Buffers (also known as the nametab or dictionary
buffers), which are as follows:
The Table Definition Buffer (TTAB Buffer, Table DDNTT), table
definitions from the SAP Repository
The Field Descriptions Buffer (FTAB Buffer, Table DDNTF), field
descriptions from the SAP Repository
The Initial Records Buffer (IREC Buffer, contains the layout of data
records in tables, initialized according to data type)
The Short Nametab buffer (SNTAB Buffer, combined form of the TTAB and
FTAB buffers containing only the most important information from each
buffer)

System Response

How to fix this error?

For each SAP buffer, you will find information on the following:
Directory used: Number of 'slots' available in percent for entries in a
buffer. If there are no free slots, then data cannot be cached in a
buffer.
Space used: The percent of the storage available in a buffer that has
been allocated for cached data.
Hit ratio: The percentage of the time that a request for data can be
satisfied from the buffer.
Swap: The frequency with which entries are replaced in the buffer.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT064 - Monitoring object: Buffer ?

  The SAP error message RT064, which refers to "Monitoring object: Buffer," typically indicates an issue related to the buffer management in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, often related to performance monitoring or system resource management.
  Cause:
  
  Buffer Overflow: The buffer may be full, leading to an inability to store additional data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for buffer parameters can lead to inefficient buffer usage.
  Data Volume: A sudden increase in data volume or transactions can overwhelm the buffer.
  System Performance: General performance issues in the SAP system can also trigger this error, especially if the system is under heavy load.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Buffer Settings: Review and adjust the buffer settings in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction codes like RZ10 (for profile parameters) and RZ11 (for dynamic parameters).
  Monitor Buffer Usage: Use transaction SM12 to monitor and analyze buffer usage. Check for any locks or issues that may be causing the buffer to fill up.
  Increase Buffer Size: If the buffer is consistently full, consider increasing its size. This can be done by modifying the relevant profile parameters.
  Clear Buffer: In some cases, clearing the buffer may resolve the issue temporarily. This can be done using transaction SM37 to monitor jobs and clear any stuck processes.
  Performance Tuning: Analyze the overall performance of the SAP system. Look for any long-running transactions or background jobs that may be affecting buffer performance.
  Database Optimization: Ensure that the underlying database is optimized and that there are no issues affecting its performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to buffer management and performance issues. These notes often provide specific guidance and patches for known issues.
  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 the official SAP documentation for detailed information on buffer management and configuration best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and performance of your SAP environment.