How To Fix S1256 - Buffer summary report is available only on the local server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Buffer summary report is available only on the local server

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please select the local server as current server and try again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1256 - Buffer summary report is available only on the local server ?

  The SAP error message S1256, which states "Buffer summary report is available only on the local server," typically occurs when you are trying to access the buffer summary report from a remote server or a non-local environment. This report is designed to provide insights into the buffer usage of the SAP system, but it can only be generated and viewed on the local server where the SAP instance is running.
  Cause:
  
  Remote Access: The error is primarily caused by attempting to access the buffer summary report from a remote client or server rather than the local application server.
  Network Configuration: There may be network configurations or restrictions that prevent access to local server resources from remote locations.
  SAP System Configuration: The SAP system may be configured in such a way that certain reports or functionalities are restricted to local access only.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Access Locally: Ensure that you are logged into the SAP system directly on the local server where the application is running. This may involve using remote desktop access or physically accessing the server.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a transaction code to access the buffer summary report, make sure you are executing it from the local server environment.
  
  
  Check Network Settings: If you need to access the report remotely, check with your network administrator to see if there are any settings that can be adjusted to allow access to local server resources.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted to allow remote access to certain reports.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot access the report locally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Buffer Management: Understanding how SAP manages buffers can help in troubleshooting performance issues. Buffers are used to store frequently accessed data in memory to improve performance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for lock entries), SM21 (for system logs), and ST02 (for buffer management) to monitor and manage system performance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to buffer management and the specific error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S1256 error and access the buffer summary report as needed.