How To Fix VIRT039 - Free

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Free

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT039 - Free ?

  The SAP error message VIRT039 typically relates to issues with virtual memory allocation in the SAP system. This error can occur when the system is unable to allocate the required amount of memory for a process, which can be due to various reasons such as insufficient physical memory, configuration issues, or limitations set within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Memory: The system may not have enough physical or virtual memory available to fulfill the request.
  Configuration Issues: The SAP instance may not be configured correctly to handle the required memory allocation.
  Memory Limits: There may be limits set on the amount of memory that can be allocated to the SAP processes.
  High Load: The system may be under heavy load, causing memory allocation requests to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Memory Usage: Monitor the memory usage of the SAP system and the underlying operating system. Use tools like OS-level monitoring (e.g., top, vmstat on Unix/Linux or Task Manager on Windows) to check for memory consumption.
  Increase Physical Memory: If the server is running low on physical memory, consider adding more RAM to the server.
  Adjust SAP Parameters: Review and adjust the SAP memory parameters in the instance profile. Key parameters include:
  
  abap/heap_area_dia
  abap/heap_area_nondia
  abap/heap_area_total
  rdisp/PG_MAXFS
  
  
  Check for Memory Leaks: Investigate if there are any memory leaks in custom code or third-party add-ons that may be consuming excessive memory.
  Restart SAP Services: Sometimes, restarting the SAP services can help clear up memory issues temporarily.
  Review Work Processes: Ensure that the number of work processes is appropriate for the workload. Too many work processes can lead to memory contention.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on memory management and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the memory allocation failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.