How To Fix 0S104 - Error activating the performance trace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0S - Messages for the SQL trace

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Error activating the performance trace

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when activating the performance trace.

System Response

The system continues processing after the message.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the activation of the trace. If the activation of the performance
trace does not work again, contact SAP.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S104 - Error activating the performance trace ?

  The SAP error message 0S104 indicates an issue with activating the performance trace in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  The error message 0S104 typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to activate the performance trace may not have the necessary authorizations. The user needs specific permissions to start and stop traces.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the trace from being activated.
  
  
  Trace Settings: The trace settings may not be correctly configured, or the system may be in a state that does not allow tracing.
  
  
  Performance Trace Already Active: If a performance trace is already active, attempting to activate it again may lead to this error.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the database that are