How To Fix VIRT307 - Number of IFL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Number of IFL

What causes this issue?

Integrated Facility for Linux (IFL)
An IFL is almost exactly the same as a normal central processor. The
only difference is that the IFL lacks two instructions that the CP has,
and which are used only by z/OS. Linux and z/VM do not use these
instructions.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT307 - Number of IFL ?

  The SAP error message VIRT307 typically relates to issues with the configuration of the Integrated Frontend (IFL) in a virtual environment, particularly when using SAP on a virtualized platform. This error can occur when the number of Integrated Frontend Licenses (IFL) is exceeded or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded License Limit: The most common cause of the VIRT307 error is that the number of IFLs configured in the system exceeds the number of licenses that have been purchased or allocated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the underlying virtualization platform that prevent the correct recognition of available IFLs.
  Virtualization Environment: If the SAP system is running in a virtualized environment, issues with the hypervisor or the virtual machine settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check License Allocation: Verify the number of IFLs that have been allocated to your SAP system. You can do this by checking the license management settings in SAP.
  Adjust Configuration: If the number of IFLs is indeed exceeded, you may need to either reduce the number of active IFLs or purchase additional licenses to comply with SAP's licensing requirements.
  Review Virtualization Settings: Ensure that the virtualization settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the hypervisor settings and ensuring that the virtual machines are properly set up to recognize the IFLs.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance. They can provide guidance specific to your environment and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address the VIRT307 error. SAP Notes often contain specific fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to licensing and virtualization to ensure compliance and proper setup.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VIRT307 error and implement a solution to resolve it.