How To Fix VIRT192 - Physical Memory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Physical Memory

What causes this issue?

This is the total amount of Physical Memory on the host system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT192 - Physical Memory ?

  The SAP error message VIRT192 typically relates to issues with physical memory allocation in the SAP system. This error can occur when the SAP application server is unable to allocate the required amount of physical memory for its operations. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Physical Memory: The server may not have enough physical memory (RAM) available to meet the demands of the SAP application.
  Memory Leaks: Applications or processes running on the server may have memory leaks, consuming more memory over time and leading to exhaustion of available resources.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the operating system can lead to inefficient memory usage.
  High Load: A sudden increase in user load or background jobs can lead to spikes in memory usage, causing the system to run out of available memory.
  Operating System Limits: The operating system may have limits set on the amount of memory that can be allocated to a single process or the total memory available to applications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Increase Physical Memory: If the server is running low on RAM, consider upgrading the physical memory by adding more RAM modules.
  Optimize Memory Usage:
  
  Review and optimize the configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., instance profile parameters).
  Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) to analyze memory usage and identify areas for optimization.
  
  
  Monitor and Manage Background Jobs: Check for any long-running or resource-intensive background jobs that may be consuming excessive memory. Consider scheduling them during off-peak hours.
  Check for Memory Leaks: Use tools like the SAP Memory Inspector or transaction SMEM to identify and troubleshoot memory leaks in the application.
  Adjust Operating System Settings: Review and adjust any operating system-level memory limits that may be affecting the SAP instance.
  Restart the SAP Instance: In some cases, a simple restart of the SAP instance can help free up memory and resolve temporary issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to memory management and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found effective.
  System Monitoring: Implement regular monitoring of system performance and memory usage to proactively identify and address potential issues before they lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a qualified SAP Basis consultant for further assistance.