SAP Note 1275776 - Linux: Preparing SLES for SAP environments

Component : SUSE Linux -

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Summary :
This SAP Note outlines the necessary system settings adjustments for optimal operation of an SAP system on the SUSE Linux Enterprise (SLE) platform. The incorporation of "sapinit" for SLES10 or "sapconf" for SLES11 automates these adjustments. These packages manage kernel parameters affecting virtual memory and process limits crucial for SAP application efficiency. They also set resource limits to accommodate the demands of server applications such as SAP J2EE engine and Oracle RDBMS. Instructions for package integration and configuration adjustments are included, alongside details on maintaining system stability through proper resource allocation. Manual adjustments are accommodated through edits in /etc/sysconfig and controlled validation through specific system commands.

Key words :
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Related Notes :

1437105Operating system limits for SAP instances
1310037SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 11: Installation notes
958253SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 10: Installation notes
171356SAP software on Linux: General information