SAP Note 854170 - Activating the component "VM Container"

Component : Virtual Machine Container -

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Summary :
This SAP Note details how to set up and activate the "VM Container" on the SAP Web Application Server ABAP. Initially disabled in the delivered kernel, activation of this component should post-installation or upgrade to ensure it incorporates a validated kernel and appropriate patch level. Solutions involve importing the latest SAP Web AS ABAP kernel with necessary patch level as specified, importing specific SAP_BASIS Support Packages, and modifying profile parameters like 'vmcj/enable', 'vmcj/option/maxJavaHeap'. Additional configurations regarding shared memory areas, swap space, and parameters affecting system performance are also outlined. Known problems and comprehensive documentation on activation scenarios and optimization tips are included for proper setup on various platforms.

Key words :
reduced settingsvmcj/option/ps = 256mvmcj/option/maxjavaheap = 100mvmcj/max_vm_heap_mb = 64mand, rdisp/wp_no_dia +       rdisp/wp_no_vb +       rdisp/wp_no_vb2 +       rdisp/wp_no_btc + 1, vmcj/enable = onvmcj/option/maxjavaheap = 200min addition, free local window slot found [es2xx, profile parameter vmcj/option/maxjavaheap, profile parameter vmcj/option/ps, sap web application server instance, vmcj/option/maxjavaheap = 100m, vmcj/option/ps = 256m, installation guide sap netweaver 2004s

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