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feat(MLA): Enable DSv4 sparse-MLA fused epilogue output mode (E4M3 + UE8M0 scales) - #4940

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Adds an FP8 output mode to trtllm_batch_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4 for DeepSeek-V4 decode. With
out (float8_e4m3fn [H/8, sum_q, 8, 512]), out_scales (int32 [H/8, 8, align4(sum_q)],
four block-128 UE8M0 exponents per word) and cos_sin_cache ([max_position, 64]), the kernel
inverse-rotates the trailing 64 lanes and quantizes in the epilogue, producing the DeepGEMM
operand directly. Without out_scales the call is unchanged.

Two carriers, chosen per problem:

  • the fused trtllm-gen cubin (already in the pinned bundle), selected by hashing
    mUsesDsv4Ue8m0ScaleO (bit 57) with MultiCtasKvMode::Disabled + Persistent pinned;
  • otherwise the BF16 split-KV pair with a forced >= 2-way split, whose separate reduction
    kernel (csrc/fmhaReduction.cu) applies the same epilogue at head spans 128/256/512.

run() is unchanged; the launcher gains three trailing pointer args. New helper:
dsv4_fused_epilogue_scale_tokens(sum_seq_q).

Support range: 128 query heads on the rank (DP attention, no attention TP), FP8 query/KV.
Every batch, query length and top-k is then served. Other head counts raise; callers keep BF16.

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test_trtllm_gen_sparse_mla_dsv4_fused_epilogue: dequantized output vs
ref_sparse_attn_decode + torch inverse-RoPE at the file's FP8 tolerance; batch {1, 4, 16},
q {1, 4}, a varlen row, a 256-wide index set. GB300: 111 passed, BF16 cases unchanged;
27-shape grid (batch 1..128 x q 1,2,4) all execute.

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  • New Features

    • Added an optional DeepSeek V4 fused output path for sparse MLA attention.
    • Supports FP8 E4M3 outputs with block-wise UE8M0 scaling and inverse RoPE processing.
    • Added optional output-scale and cosine/sine cache inputs to the DSv4 decode API.
    • Added a helper for determining the required scale-token extent.
  • Bug Fixes

    • Added validation and fallback handling for unsupported fused-kernel configurations.
  • Tests

    • Added coverage for fused outputs, scaling, RoPE inversion, variable-length inputs, and numerical accuracy.
  • Documentation

    • Added the fused epilogue helper to the public API documentation.

fans-nv and others added 2 commits September 3, 2026 14:11
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trtllm_batch_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4 gains an output mode: with `out` E4M3,
`out_scales` and `cos_sin_cache` it emits the DeepGEMM-ready pair directly:
  values  float8_e4m3fn [num_qo_heads // 8, sum_seq_q, 8, 512]
  scales  int32 [num_qo_heads // 8, 8, align(sum_seq_q, 4)], MN-major, one
          head's four block-128 UE8M0 exponents per word, block 0 in the LSB.
The trailing 64 lanes are inverse-rotated with `cos_sin_cache` before quantizing.

Two carriers, chosen per problem. The fused E4M3 cubin is reached by setting
the flag before selection (hash bit 57) with MultiCtasKvMode Disabled +
Persistent pinned. Where no fused kernel is registered (q = 1, small batch) the
launcher falls back to the BF16 pair and forces a KV split, so its separate
reduction kernel applies the same epilogue at head spans 128/256/512. run() is
unchanged.

Support range: all 128 query heads on the calling rank, i.e. DP attention
without attention TP. Every batch size, query length and top-k is then served
(C128A layers at short max_model_len take the forced split). Under attention
TP (<= 64 heads per rank) no fused cubin exists and the call raises; callers
keep the BF16 output and their own quantizer.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Fable 5.1 <noreply@anthropic.com>
- Require a float8_e4m3fn query in fused-epilogue mode (the reducer's E4M3
  normalisation and the fused cubins both assume it).
- Mirror mUsesDsv4Ue8m0ScaleO into TllmGenSelectKernelParams like the other
  hashed traits.
- Names: dsv4_out_scales / dsv4_cos_sin_cache at the FFI and launcher,
  dsv4_fused_epilogue_scale_tokens for the scale-extent helper.
- Reducer: inline single-use helpers, drop the duplicate row-width constant,
  one-line comments; kernelParams.h ABI comments updated now that the fields
  are read by fmhaReduction.cu.
- Python: document the untouched columns past sum_q.
- Test: add a varlen row.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Fable 5.1 <noreply@anthropic.com>
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The change adds an optional DSv4 fused output epilogue for sparse MLA. It validates FP8 outputs, RoPE caches, and UE8M0 scale buffers, selects fused or fallback kernels, quantizes reduction results, and adds numerical coverage.

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DSv4 fused output epilogue

Layer / File(s) Summary
Python API and output contracts
flashinfer/mla/_core.py, docs/api/attention.rst
The API accepts optional DSv4 output scales and RoPE cache tensors. It validates their backend, shapes, dtypes, devices, and padded token extent.
Runner parameters and kernel identity
include/flashinfer/trtllm/fmha/fmhaRunnerParams.h, include/flashinfer/trtllm/fmha/fmhaKernels.cuh, include/flashinfer/trtllm/fmha/kernelParams.h
Runner state and kernel hashes now include the DSv4 fused-epilogue flag and buffers. Kernel selection adjusts CTA mode and scheduling for fused and fallback paths.
Launcher validation and fallback
csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu
The launcher forwards DSv4 buffers, validates fused-path tensors, selects the fused runner, and falls back to BF16 split-KV execution when no fused kernel is available.
Fused reduction and quantization
csrc/fmhaReduction.cu
The reduction kernel applies inverse RoPE to the trailing dimensions, computes UE8M0 block scales, quantizes values to E4M3, and writes grouped output buffers.
Fused-path numerical tests
tests/attention/test_trtllm_gen_sparse_mla_dsv4.py
Tests cover dense and variable-length queries, multiple batch and top-k values, FP8 dequantization, scale writes, inverse RoPE, and reference agreement.

Estimated code review effort: 4 (Complex) | ~60 minutes

Merge Risk: 🟡 Moderate · up to 21a90

A too-short RoPE cache can produce invalid FP8 output or an out-of-range device read for valid decode inputs. Validate the cache capacity before merging.

Suggested reviewers: perkzzheng, djmmoss

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  participant Caller
  participant trtllm_batch_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4
  participant trtllm_paged_attention_launcher
  participant fmhaReductionKernel
  Caller->>trtllm_batch_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4: provide FP8 output, scales, and RoPE cache
  trtllm_batch_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4->>trtllm_paged_attention_launcher: forward validated DSv4 buffers
  trtllm_paged_attention_launcher->>fmhaReductionKernel: run fused reduction epilogue
  fmhaReductionKernel->>Caller: write E4M3 values and UE8M0 block scales
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In `@csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu`:
- Around line 1041-1044: Require the DSv4 RoPE cache extent to cover
max(seq_lens) before launch, not just validate dtype, width, device, and
contiguity. Update the trtllm_paged_attention_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4 validation
in csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu and the corresponding
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TVM_FFI_ICHECK_EQ(cos_sin_cache.dtype(), dl_float32) << "dsv4_cos_sin_cache must be float32";
TVM_FFI_ICHECK(cos_sin_cache.ndim() == 2 && cos_sin_cache.size(1) == 64 &&
cos_sin_cache.IsContiguous())
<< "dsv4_cos_sin_cache must be contiguous [max_position, 64]";

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🩺 Stability & Availability | 🟠 Major | 🏗️ Heavy lift

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Validate the DSv4 RoPE cache extent before launch.

trtllm_paged_attention_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4 forwards the cache as a raw pointer. The split-KV reduction reads row seq_lens[b] - q_len[b] + i, including row seq_lens[b] - 1. The current checks validate only the cache width, dtype, device, and contiguity.

Make the cache extent part of the launcher contract and require it to cover max(seq_lens) for dense and varlen inputs. Enforce this in both csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu and flashinfer/mla/_core.py, including direct FFI calls. An undersized cache may cause an out-of-range device read and invalid FP8 output. Add regression cases with cos_sin_cache.size(0) < max(seq_lens).

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In `@csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu` around lines 1041 - 1044, Require the
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dtype, width, device, and contiguity. Update the
trtllm_paged_attention_decode_sparse_mla_dsv4 validation in
csrc/trtllm_fmha_kernel_launcher.cu and the corresponding
flashinfer/mla/_core.py validation so direct FFI calls enforce this for dense
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Close the PR as @PerkzZheng will cherry-pick the changes in his PR.

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