How To Fix VIRT342 - Max. Storage Frames Online

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Max. Storage Frames Online

Max. Storage Frames Online
Central storage:
Maximum value of number of central storage frames (within the last
collection interval), excluding read-only frames.
Nucleus frames are included in this Metric.
Expanded storage:
Maximum value of number of usable expanded storage frames (within the
last collection interval).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT342 - Max. Storage Frames Online ?

  The SAP error message VIRT342: Max. Storage Frames Online typically indicates that the maximum number of storage frames (or storage devices) that can be online in the SAP system has been reached. This can occur in environments where SAP is integrated with specific storage solutions, particularly in virtualized environments or when using certain database configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Limitation: The system has reached the maximum limit of storage frames that can be online at the same time. This limit can be defined by the configuration of the SAP system or the underlying database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the storage settings or the SAP system that prevent additional storage frames from being brought online.
  Database Constraints: The database being used (e.g., HANA, Oracle, etc.) may have its own limitations regarding the number of storage devices that can be connected or utilized simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for your SAP system and the underlying database to ensure that they are set correctly. Look for any parameters that define the maximum number of storage frames.
  Increase Limits: If possible, increase the maximum limit of storage frames that can be online. This may involve changing settings in the database or SAP configuration.
  Remove Unused Storage Frames: If there are storage frames that are not in use, consider taking them offline to free up space for new ones.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the documentation for your specific database to understand the limits and how to adjust them.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database vendor for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of your SAP system and database to identify any bottlenecks or resource constraints that may be contributing to the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VIRT342 error in your SAP environment.