How To Fix VIRT177 - Shared Memory Used by Virtual System

VIRT177 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Shared Memory Used by Virtual System

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT177 - Shared Memory Used by Virtual System ?

  The SAP error message VIRT177: Shared Memory Used by Virtual System typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that utilize shared memory for various operations, particularly in environments where multiple instances or virtual systems are running. This error indicates that the shared memory segment is already in use by another instance or virtual system, which can prevent the current instance from starting or functioning properly.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another instance of the SAP system is already using the shared memory segment.
  Improper Shutdown: The previous instance may not have released the shared memory properly due to an improper shutdown or crash.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the instance profile or parameters related to shared memory.
  Resource Limits: The operating system may have limits on the amount of shared memory that can be allocated, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Running Instances: Verify if another instance of the SAP system is running and using the shared memory.