How To Fix SDBALM220 - Activated (Log fill level > 1.5 * Log segment size)

SDBALM220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Activated (Log fill level > 1.5 * Log segment size)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDBALM220 - Activated (Log fill level > 1.5 * Log segment size) ?

  The SAP error message SDBALM220 indicates that the log fill level of a database log segment has exceeded a certain threshold, specifically 1.5 times the size of the log segment. This situation can lead to performance issues and potential data loss if not addressed promptly.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the database log segment is filling up faster than it can be processed or cleared. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  High Transaction Volume: A large number of transactions are being processed, leading to rapid log growth.
  Long-Running Transactions: Transactions that take a long time to complete can hold onto log space longer than necessary.
  Insufficient Log Segment Size: The log segment size may be too small for the volume of transactions being processed.
  Backup Issues: If log backups are not being performed regularly, the log cannot be cleared, leading to increased fill levels.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect database configuration settings can also