How to fix the Oracle error ORA-07638: smsget: SGA pad area not large enough for created SGA?

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Oracle ErrorORA-07638: smsget: SGA pad area not large enough for created SGA with the details on why you receive this error and the possible solution to fix it.

Oracle Error Description

ORA-07638: smsget: SGA pad area not large enough for created SGA

Reason for the Error ORA-07638: smsget: SGA pad area not large enough for created SGA

An attempt was made to map an SGA with software in which the SGA pad area isn’t large enough.

How to fix the Error ORA-07638: smsget: SGA pad area not large enough for created SGA ?

You can fix this error in Oracle by following the below steps

Create a smaller SGA, or relink the software with a larger pad.