How To Fix VIRT209 - Pool Utilization Authority

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Pool Utilization Authority

What causes this issue?

Denotes whether this LPAR can observe shared processor pool utilization
metrics. This setting is specific to Shared Processor LPAR's.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT209 - Pool Utilization Authority ?

  The SAP error message VIRT209, which refers to "Pool Utilization Authority," typically occurs in the context of SAP's memory management, particularly when dealing with the SAP memory pool (also known as the "SAP memory area"). This error indicates that the system has reached a limit in terms of memory allocation for a particular pool, which can lead to performance issues or failures in processing requests.
  Cause:
  
  Memory Limit Reached: The most common cause of this error is that the memory pool has reached its maximum allocation limit. This can happen due to high transaction volumes, inefficient memory usage, or memory leaks in the application.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for memory management in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  Resource Contention: Multiple processes trying to access the same memory resources can lead to contention and ultimately trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Memory Pool Size: If the memory pool is indeed full, consider increasing the size of the memory pool. This can be done through the SAP profile parameters. You may need to adjust parameters like abap/heap_area_dia, abap/heap_area_nondia, or others depending on your specific configuration.
  
  
  Monitor Memory Usage: Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST03 (Workload Analysis) to monitor memory usage and identify any bottlenecks or areas where memory is being consumed excessively.
  
  
  Optimize Code: Review custom ABAP code or any third-party add-ons that may be consuming excessive memory. Optimize the code to ensure efficient memory usage.
  
  
  Check for Memory Leaks: Investigate if there are any memory leaks in the application. This can be done by analyzing the memory consumption over time and identifying any patterns.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: Review and adjust the configuration settings related to memory management in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set according to the best practices and the specific needs of your environment.
  
  
  Restart the Application Server: In some cases, a simple restart of the application server can help clear up memory issues temporarily.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to VIRT209 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on memory management for best practices and guidelines on configuring memory pools.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.