How To Fix /SDF/DB6113 - Too many overflows occur in the sort heap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SDF/DB6 -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Too many overflows occur in the sort heap

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SDF/DB6113 - Too many overflows occur in the sort heap ?

  The SAP error message /SDF/DB6113 Too many overflows occur in the sort heap typically indicates that the system has encountered an issue with memory allocation during sorting operations, particularly when the sort heap is insufficient to handle the data being processed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when executing large queries or processing large datasets.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Sort Heap Size: The sort heap size configured in the SAP system is too small to accommodate the data being sorted.
  Large Data Volume: The operation being performed involves a large volume of data that exceeds the current sort heap allocation.
  Inefficient Queries: Poorly optimized queries can lead to excessive sorting requirements, causing the sort heap to overflow.
  System Resource Limitations: Overall system memory limitations can also contribute to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Sort Heap Size:
  
  You can increase the sort heap size by adjusting the profile parameters in the SAP system. The relevant parameter is abap/heap_area_total or abap/heap_area_dia.
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