How To Fix SHMA094 - Area is configured only for constructor after server start

SHMA094 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHMA - Shared Objects: Management Messages

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Area is configured only for constructor after server start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHMA094 - Area is configured only for constructor after server start ?

  The SAP error message SHMA094 indicates that the specified area is configured only for constructor after the server has started. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Shared Memory Area (SHM) management, particularly when dealing with memory areas that are set up for specific purposes.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The memory area in question is configured to be used only for constructor purposes, meaning it cannot be accessed or modified by other processes or transactions after the server has started.
  Access Violation: An attempt is made to access or modify the memory area in a way that is not permitted by its configuration.
  Server State: The server may not be in the correct state to allow access to the specified memory area.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHMA094 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the shared memory area in the SAP system. Ensure