SAP S/4HANA Error 5133: Internal Buffer Allocation Failure

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Description

This error indicates that the SAP S/4HANA system or an underlying application failed to allocate sufficient internal memory (buffer) required for an operation. It commonly occurs during periods of high system load, complex data processing, or when system resources are nearing their limits.

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Error Message

ERR_TEXT_COMMON_FAILED_BUFFER_ALLOCATION

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Known Causes

3 known causes

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Excessive System Load

The SAP S/4HANA system is experiencing an unusually high number of concurrent users or background processes, exhausting available memory buffers.

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Inadequate System Resources

The physical server or virtual machine hosting SAP S/4HANA lacks sufficient RAM or swap space to meet the system's operational demands.

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Incorrect Buffer Configuration

SAP S/4HANA profile parameters related to buffer sizes (e.g., ztta/roll_area, em/initial_size_MB) are not optimally configured for the current workload.

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Solutions

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Detailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:

General Troubleshooting Tips

Check the error message carefully for specific details
Review recent changes that might have caused the error
Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
Check log files for additional context
Try restarting the application or service

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