How To Fix S1197 - Could not convert area & & in table MONI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Could not convert area & & in table MONI

What causes this issue?

The system could not convert the specified area of the MONI table.

System Response

This area of the table MONI contains data in incompatible data
structures that must be deleted before the start of production
operation. If the data is not deleted, it is not possible to generate
any workload statistics for the system and store them in the database.
The collector programs that are executed during the jobs
COLLECTOR_FOR_PERFORMANCEMONITOR or SAP_COLLECTOR_FOR_PERFMONITOR also
generated shortdumps every hour.

How to fix this error?

Restart XPRA or use the Workload Monitor (transaction ST03) to manually
delete the unconverted data. Choose "Goto > Performance database >
Contents of database", double-click the unconverted areas, and confirm
the deletion by choosing "Save".

Procedure for System Administrators

Deleting the data may remove settings for the Workload Collector that
differ from the default settings. After the deletion, check the settings
in transaction ST03 by choosing Goto > Parameters > Performance
Database.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1197 - Could not convert area & & in table MONI ?

  The SAP error message S1197, which states "Could not convert area & & in table MONI," typically indicates an issue related to the conversion of data in the MONI table, which is used for monitoring purposes in SAP systems. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the underlying database.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be invalid or corrupted data in the MONI table that prevents successful conversion.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the system configuration related to monitoring or data conversion can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as corruption or misconfiguration, can also trigger this error.
  Version Compatibility: If there are discrepancies between different versions of SAP components, it may lead to conversion issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the MONI table for any inconsistencies or invalid entries.
  Look for any null or unexpected values that may be causing the conversion to fail.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings related to monitoring and data conversion are correctly set up.
  Check for any recent changes in configuration that might have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  Database Maintenance:
  
  Perform database checks and maintenance to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  Use tools like DBACOCKPIT or transaction DB02 to analyze the database for issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SM21 (System Log), and DB02 (Database Performance).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on the MONI table and its purpose within the system.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the S1197 error in your SAP system.