SAP Note 821687 - FAQ: Space utilization and fragmentation in Oracle

Component : Oracle -

Solution : https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/821687 (SAP Service marketplace login required)

Summary :
This SAP Note addresses issues of space utilization and fragmentation in database management, essential for maintaining optimal database performance and cost efficiency. It explains the different types of fragmentation (internal, index, table, LOB segment, and external fragmentation) and the implications for Oracle databases. Strategies for assessing and improving the space utilization are outlined, including adapting PCTFREE and PCTUSED parameters, managing INITRANS settings, parallel query processing, and the impact of storage strategy choices like AUTOALLOCATE or UNIFORM on LMTS. Practical steps for better use of file system space and specific remedies for fragmentation types are included to optimize performance and minimize space requirements, backup, and recovery time.

Key words :
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