How To Fix 0Q120 - Trace was successfully started (ID = &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0Q - Microsoft SQL Server Porting

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Trace was successfully started (ID = &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0Q120 - Trace was successfully started (ID = &1) ?

  The SAP error message "0Q120 Trace was successfully started (ID = &1)" is not an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message indicating that a trace has been successfully initiated in the SAP system. This message is typically related to performance analysis or debugging activities.
  Cause:
  
  The message is generated when a trace is started for a specific user session or process. This can happen when a developer or administrator initiates a trace to monitor the performance of a transaction, analyze issues, or debug a program.
  
  Solution:
  Since this is an informational message, there is no direct "solution" required. However, if you are seeing this message and did not intend to start a trace, you may want to check the following:
  
  
  Check Trace Settings: Ensure that the trace was intentionally started. If it was not, you may want to stop the trace to avoid unnecessary performance overhead.
  
  
  Stop the Trace: If you need to stop the trace, you can do so using transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace), depending on the type of trace that was started.
  
  
  Analyze the Trace: If the trace was started for a specific purpose, you can analyze the trace data to identify performance bottlenecks or issues in the application.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to manage traces effectively.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ST01: System Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  ST12: Combined Trace
  SM50: Process Overview
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: Traces are often used in performance monitoring and tuning. Understanding how to interpret trace results can be beneficial for system administrators and developers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to tracing and performance analysis.
  
  
  If you have further questions or need assistance with a specific trace analysis, feel free to ask!