How To Fix SDBALM075 - Number of "Out of Memory" exceptions since the last message

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDBALM - SAP DB and liveCache Alert Monitoring

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Number of "Out of Memory" exceptions since the last message

Description
The system displays the number of "Out of Memory" exceotions since the
last run of the data collector.
In the case of the first run of the data collector after a restart or
after the start of the alert monitor, the system displays the number of
"Out of Memory" exceptions since the restart.
Data Collector
<ZH>Collector B</>
(RZ20 -> SAP CCMS Technical Experts Monitors -> All Monitoring Contexts
,,-> <Name of the Database Connection> -> Collectors and Internals ->
-> Collectors -> Collector B)

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

Preset runtime interval of Collector B: 15 minutes

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDBALM075 - Number of "Out of Memory" exceptions since the last message ?

  The SAP error message SDBALM075 indicates that the system has encountered a number of "Out of Memory" exceptions since the last message was logged. This typically means that the SAP system is running out of memory resources, which can lead to performance issues or even system crashes if not addressed.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Memory Allocation: The SAP instance may not have enough memory allocated to handle the workload.
  Memory Leaks: There may be a memory leak in the application or in custom code that is consuming more memory over time.
  High Workload: An increase in the number of users or transactions can lead to higher memory consumption.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the SAP system or the underlying database can lead to inefficient memory usage.
  Background Jobs: Long-running or resource-intensive background jobs can consume significant memory.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Memory Allocation:
  
  Review and adjust the memory settings in the SAP profile parameters (e.g., abap/heap_area_total, abap/heap_area_dia, abap/heap_area_nondia).
  Ensure that the operating system has enough physical memory available.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Analyze Memory Usage:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and ST03 (Workload Analysis) to monitor memory usage and identify bottlenecks.
  Check for long-running transactions or background jobs that may be consuming excessive memory.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  Analyze custom ABAP code for potential memory leaks or inefficient memory usage.
  Use tools like the ABAP Runtime Analysis (transaction SE30) to identify problematic code.
  
  
  
  Optimize Configuration:
  
  Review and optimize the configuration settings for the SAP system and the database.
  Ensure that the database is properly tuned for performance.
  
  
  
  Restart the SAP Instance:
  
  If the memory issue is temporary, restarting the SAP instance can help clear memory and resolve the issue temporarily.
  
  
  
  Upgrade Hardware:
  
  If the system consistently runs out of memory, consider upgrading the hardware to provide more RAM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to memory management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for insights and experiences from other users who may have faced similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the memory issues.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you can mitigate the "Out of Memory" exceptions and improve the overall stability and performance of your SAP system.