How To Fix ST664 - Internal error

ST664 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Internal error

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST664 - Internal error ?

  The SAP error message ST664, which indicates an "Internal error," can be somewhat vague, as it does not provide specific details about the underlying issue. However, it typically relates to problems within the SAP system's monitoring or performance analysis tools, particularly in the context of transaction ST03N (Workload Analysis) or ST04 (Database Performance Analysis).
  Possible Causes:
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the SAP system or database settings can lead to internal errors.
  Database Connectivity Problems: Issues with the connection between the SAP application server and the database can trigger this error.
  Corrupted Data: Corrupted or inconsistent data in the database or in the SAP application can cause internal errors.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory allocation or memory leaks in the SAP system can lead to unexpected behavior.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP kernel or specific components that lead to internal errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal.