How To Fix VIRT227 - Entitlement Consumed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Entitlement Consumed

What causes this issue?

On IBM Power Systems, the entitlement consumed of a Workload Partition
represents the percentage of the guaranteed minimum physical processor
resources which the WPAR is consuming.

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 VIRT227 - Entitlement Consumed ?

  The SAP error message VIRT227, which states "Entitlement Consumed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's entitlement management, particularly in scenarios involving SAP Cloud solutions or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that the system has detected that the entitlement (or license) associated with a particular service or resource has been fully consumed or exceeded.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Entitlement Limits: The most common cause of this error is that the user or organization has exceeded the number of entitlements (licenses or usage limits) allocated for a specific service or resource.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that does not accurately reflect the entitlements available.
  Usage Reporting Issues: Sometimes, the usage data may not be updated correctly, leading to discrepancies in the reported consumption of entitlements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entitlement Status: Review the current entitlements assigned to your account. This can usually be done through the SAP Cloud Platform or the relevant SAP administration interface.
  Upgrade or Purchase Additional Entitlements: If you have indeed consumed all your entitlements, you may need to upgrade your subscription or purchase additional entitlements to continue using the service.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe there is an error in the entitlement reporting or if you need assistance in understanding your entitlements, contacting SAP Support can provide clarity and help resolve the issue.
  Review Usage Reports: Analyze the usage reports to understand how entitlements are being consumed. This can help identify any unexpected usage patterns or misconfigurations.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that your system configuration aligns with the entitlements you have. This may involve checking settings in the SAP system or the cloud platform.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on entitlement management and how to manage licenses effectively.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to entitlement consumption or provide patches and updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VIRT227 error effectively.