How To Fix /SCMB/LSO001 - Cancelled due to insufficient memory; current memory consumption: &1 MB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LSO -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Cancelled due to insufficient memory; current memory consumption: &1 MB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LSO001 - Cancelled due to insufficient memory; current memory consumption: &1 MB ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LSO001 Cancelled due to insufficient memory; current memory consumption: &1 MB indicates that a process in the SAP system has been terminated because it exceeded the available memory resources. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data processing, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Memory Allocation: The SAP system may not have enough memory allocated to handle the current workload.
  Large Data Volume: The operation being performed may involve processing a large volume of data, which requires more memory than is currently available.
  Memory Leaks: There may be memory leaks in the application or custom code that lead to excessive memory consumption over time.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for memory parameters in the SAP system can lead to insufficient memory availability.
  Concurrent Processes: Multiple processes running simultaneously may consume available memory, leading to contention.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Memory Allocation:
  
  Adjust the memory parameters in the SAP profile (e.g., abap/heap_area_total, abap/heap_area_dia, abap/heap_area_nondia) to allocate more memory to the ABAP runtime environment.
  Consider increasing the ztta/roll_area and ztta/roll_extension parameters if applicable.
  
  
  
  Optimize Code:
  
  Review and optimize any custom ABAP code or reports that may be consuming excessive memory.
  Use efficient data handling techniques, such as processing data in smaller chunks or using pagination.
  
  
  
  Monitor Memory Usage:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and SM04 (User Overview) to monitor memory usage and identify any bottlenecks.
  Analyze memory consumption patterns to identify processes that are consuming excessive memory.
  
  
  
  Adjust Background Job Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during background job execution, consider adjusting the job settings to run with a higher priority or in smaller batches.
  
  
  
  Check for Memory Leaks:
  
  Investigate any potential memory leaks in custom programs or third-party add-ons that may be causing excessive memory consumption.
  
  
  
  System Upgrade:
  
  If the system is running on outdated hardware or software, consider upgrading to a more powerful server or a newer version of SAP that may have better memory management capabilities.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to memory management and the specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Performance Tuning: Regularly perform system performance tuning and maintenance to ensure optimal memory usage and system performance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you can mitigate the occurrence of this error and improve the overall performance of your SAP system.