How To Fix RT153 - Overflow when calculating available disk space for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Overflow when calculating available disk space for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT153 - Overflow when calculating available disk space for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message RT153, which indicates an "Overflow when calculating available disk space for &1 &2," typically occurs when the system encounters an issue while trying to calculate the available disk space for a specific file system or directory. This can happen due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Disk Space Calculation Overflow: The calculation of available disk space may exceed the maximum value that can be represented in the system, leading to an overflow error.
  File System Limitations: The underlying file system may have limitations or issues that prevent accurate reporting of disk space.
  Corrupted File System: If the file system is corrupted or has inconsistencies, it may lead to incorrect calculations.
  SAP Kernel Issues: There may be bugs or limitations in the version of the SAP kernel being used that affect disk space calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Disk Space: Use operating system commands (like df -h on Unix/Linux or dir on Windows) to manually check the available disk space on the affected file system.
  File System Maintenance: Perform maintenance on the file system, such as checking for errors or inconsistencies. For example, use fsck on Unix/Linux systems to check and repair file systems.
  Update SAP Kernel: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP kernel. If not, consider upgrading to a newer version that may have resolved this issue.
  Review SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or workarounds available.
  Increase Disk Space: If the disk is indeed full or nearly full, consider increasing the disk space or cleaning up unnecessary files to free up space.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to RT153 for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Review system logs (such as the developer trace files) for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  Operating System Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your operating system for specific commands and procedures related to disk space management and file system checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RT153 error in your SAP system.