How To Fix SDBALM145 - Number of log queue inserts (total)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Number of log queue inserts (total)

Description
Total number of log queue inserts.
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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDBALM145 - Number of log queue inserts (total) ?

  The SAP error message SDBALM145 indicates that the number of log queue inserts has exceeded a predefined threshold. This message is part of the database performance monitoring and is related to the database log queue, which is used to manage changes to the database.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  High Transaction Volume: A large number of transactions are being processed, leading to an increased number of log entries.
  Database Performance Issues: Slow database performance can cause log entries to accumulate if they are not being processed quickly enough.
  Configuration Issues: The log queue may not be configured optimally for the current workload.
  Long-running Transactions: Transactions that take a long time to complete can hold up log processing.
  Insufficient Resources: Lack of adequate system resources (CPU, memory, I/O) can lead to delays in processing log entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SDBALM145 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Monitor Database Performance: Use transaction codes like ST04 (Database Performance Analysis) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to check for performance bottlenecks.
  Analyze Long-running Transactions: Identify and optimize any long-running transactions that may be holding up log processing.
  Increase Log Queue Size: If the workload has increased, consider increasing the size of the log queue if possible.
  Optimize Database Configuration: Review and optimize database parameters related to logging and performance.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks that may be causing delays in processing.
  Review Application Logic: Ensure that the application logic is efficient and not generating unnecessary log entries.
  Database Maintenance: Perform regular database maintenance tasks, such as updating statistics and reorganizing tables, to improve performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SDBALM145 for specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and troubleshooting, such as ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log), and DB02 (Database Performance).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on database performance tuning and log management.
  
  If the issue persists after taking these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.