How To Fix VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR008 - Technical error: Out of memory.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR - Messages related to validation

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Technical error: Out of memory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR008 - Technical error: Out of memory. ?

  The SAP error message "VCH_HL_ENG_PROCESSOR008 Technical error: Out of memory" typically indicates that the system has run out of memory while trying to process a request. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data processing, report generation, or when executing complex transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Memory Allocation: The SAP application server may not have enough memory allocated to handle the current workload.
  High Workload: A sudden spike in user activity or data processing can lead to memory exhaustion.
  Memory Leaks: Certain programs or transactions may have memory leaks, causing them to consume more memory over time.
  Large Data Sets: Processing large volumes of data or complex calculations can require more memory than is available.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the SAP system or the underlying database can lead to inefficient memory usage.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Increase Memory Allocation:
  
  Review and increase the memory settings for the SAP application server. This can be done in the instance profile parameters (e.g., abap/heap_area_total, abap/heap_area_dia, etc.).
  Ensure that the operating system has sufficient physical memory available.
  
  
  
  Optimize Programs:
  
  Review the ABAP code for any inefficiencies or memory leaks. Optimize data processing logic to reduce memory consumption.
  Use appropriate data structures and avoid loading unnecessary data into memory.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) and ST03 (Workload Analysis) to monitor memory usage and identify bottlenecks.
  Analyze the workload and identify any transactions that are consuming excessive memory.
  
  
  
  Batch Processing:
  
  If processing large data sets, consider breaking them into smaller batches to reduce memory load.
  
  
  
  Database Optimization:
  
  Ensure that the database is properly tuned and optimized for performance. This includes indexing, query optimization, and regular maintenance tasks.
  
  
  
  Upgrade Hardware:
  
  If the system consistently runs out of memory, consider upgrading the hardware to provide more RAM.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates that could resolve memory issues.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any short dumps related to the out-of-memory error.
  Monitoring Tools: Utilize SAP Solution Manager or other monitoring tools to keep track of system performance and memory usage.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on memory management and performance tuning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "Out of memory" error in your SAP system.