How To Fix VIRT212 - Partition Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Partition Type

What causes this issue?

On IBM Power Systems, this denotes whether a partition is a Dedicated
LPAR or a Shared Processor LPAR (SPLPAR). Shared Processor LPAR's allow
for a sharing of processor resources, so that the unused capacity of one
SPLPAR can be utilized by another SPLPAR.

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

System Response

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 VIRT212 - Partition Type ?

  The SAP error message VIRT212 typically relates to issues with the partition type in a virtual environment, particularly when dealing with the SAP system's configuration or setup. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the installation of SAP, when configuring the system, or when trying to access certain functionalities.
  Cause:
  The VIRT212 error message usually indicates that there is a problem with the partition type of the virtual machine or the underlying storage. Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect Partition Type: The partition type may not be compatible with the SAP system requirements.
  File System Issues: The file system on the virtual disk may not be properly configured or supported.
  Virtual Machine Configuration: The virtual machine settings may not align with the requirements for running SAP.
  Storage Configuration: Issues with the storage configuration, such as using an unsupported format or type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VIRT212 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partition Type:
  
  Ensure that the partition type is compatible with SAP. For example, if you are using a Linux-based system, ensure that the partition is formatted with a supported file system (like ext4).
  
  
  
  Review Virtual Machine Settings:
  
  Verify the configuration of the virtual machine. Ensure that the allocated resources (CPU, memory, disk space) meet the SAP requirements.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Storage:
  
  If the storage configuration is incorrect, reconfigure it to use a supported partition type. This may involve changing the disk format or type in your virtualization platform (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP installation and configuration guides for specific requirements regarding partition types and file systems.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the SAP installation or system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your virtualization platform's support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to VIRT212 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Virtualization Documentation: Review the documentation for your virtualization platform to ensure that you are following best practices for configuring virtual machines for SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VIRT212 error in your SAP environment.