How To Fix RT560 - &1 &3 > &2 &3 (15 Min.) SAP buffer directory usage exceeds threshold

RT560 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 560

• Message text: &1 &3 > &2 &3 (15 Min.) SAP buffer directory usage exceeds threshold

What causes this issue?

The percentage utilization of the directory for a SAP buffer has
exceeded the threshold value. If the directory has filled up, the
system cannot place any more data in the buffer (even if this would
still be possible based on the size of the relevant buffer).

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE BC_BUFFER_INFO2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN
<DS:NA.RT065>Buffer: Percentage Usage of the Directory</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT560 - &1 &3 > &2 &3 (15 Min.) SAP buffer directory usage exceeds threshold ?

  The SAP error message RT560 indicates that the usage of the SAP buffer directory has exceeded a predefined threshold. This can lead to performance issues and may affect the overall functioning of the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Buffer Directory Usage: The error typically arises when the buffer directory usage exceeds the configured limits. This can happen due to:
  
  High volume of data being processed.
  Inefficient buffer management.
  Configuration settings that are not optimized for the current workload.
  Increased number of users or transactions that require more buffer space.
  
  
  
  Threshold Settings: The threshold for buffer usage is set in the system parameters. If the actual usage exceeds this threshold, the system raises this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Monitor Buffer Usage: Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) to monitor the buffer usage and identify the current status of the buffer directory.
  
  
  Adjust Buffer Parameters:
  
  Increase the buffer size if necessary. This