How To Fix VIRT605 - Overprovisioning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Overprovisioning

What causes this issue?

CPU Overprovisioning: if activated, the monitored VM is competing for
CPU resources with other VMs running on the same virtualization host /
CPU pool.

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 VIRT605 - Overprovisioning ?

  The SAP error message VIRT605 indicates an issue related to overprovisioning of resources in a virtualized environment. This typically occurs when the allocated resources (such as CPU, memory, or storage) for a virtual machine exceed the physical resources available on the host system. Overprovisioning can lead to performance degradation, instability, and other operational issues.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Allocation: The virtual machine is configured to use more resources than what is physically available on the host.
  High Demand: Multiple virtual machines are competing for limited resources, leading to contention.
  Misconfiguration: Incorrect settings in the virtualization platform or the SAP system can lead to overprovisioning.
  Workload Changes: Sudden spikes in workload can cause the virtual machine to exceed its allocated resources.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Resource Allocation: Check the resource allocation settings for the virtual machine and ensure they do not exceed the physical resources available on the host.
  Adjust Resource Limits: If necessary, reduce the allocated CPU, memory, or storage for the virtual machine to align with the physical capabilities of the host.
  Monitor Resource Usage: Use monitoring tools to track resource usage and identify any patterns or spikes that may indicate overprovisioning.
  Optimize Workloads: Consider optimizing the workloads running on the virtual machine to reduce resource consumption.
  Scale Up: If the workload demands exceed the physical resources, consider scaling up the host system by adding more physical resources (CPU, RAM, etc.) or scaling out by distributing workloads across additional hosts.
  Virtualization Best Practices: Follow best practices for virtualization, such as avoiding overcommitting resources and ensuring proper load balancing across virtual machines.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the VIRT605 error.
  Virtualization Documentation: Refer to the documentation of the virtualization platform (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) for best practices on resource allocation and management.
  Performance Monitoring Tools: Utilize performance monitoring tools to gain insights into resource usage and identify potential bottlenecks.
  SAP Basis Team: Collaborate with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the SAP system is configured optimally for the virtual environment.
  
  By addressing the root causes of the VIRT605 error and implementing the suggested solutions, you can mitigate the risks associated with overprovisioning and improve the performance and stability of your SAP environment.