How To Fix SHMM010 - The instance & is not consistent - no access possible.

SHMM010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHMM - Shared Objects Monitor

• Message number: 010

• Message text: The instance & is not consistent - no access possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHMM010 - The instance & is not consistent - no access possible. ?

  The SAP error message SHMM010 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the shared memory management (SHM) for a particular instance. This can occur for various reasons, such as issues with the instance configuration, memory allocation problems, or corruption in the shared memory segments.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The instance may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Memory Allocation Problems: There may be insufficient memory allocated to the instance, or the memory segments may not be properly initialized.
  Corruption: The shared memory segments could be corrupted due to a system crash or improper shutdown.
  Instance Not Running: The instance may not be running or may have been stopped unexpectedly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Instance Status: Ensure that the instance is running. You can check this using transaction codes like SM51 or SM50.
  Restart the Instance: Sometimes, simply restarting the instance can resolve the inconsistency. Use the appropriate commands to stop and then start the instance.
  Check Configuration: Review the instance