How To Fix 0S162 - No trace records formatted before error occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No trace records formatted before error occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S162 - No trace records formatted before error occurred ?

  The SAP error message 0S162: No trace records formatted before error occurred typically indicates that there was an issue with the trace records in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to performance analysis or debugging processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Trace Records: The error suggests that the system was unable to find any trace records that were supposed to be formatted before the error occurred. This can happen if:
  
  The trace was not activated or was deactivated before the error occurred.
  The trace records were not generated due to a configuration issue.
  The trace files were deleted or not saved properly.
  
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the trace was supposed to capture data during a specific transaction or process, and that process did not execute correctly or was interrupted, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the tracing tools or settings in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Tracing: Ensure that the tracing is activated for the relevant transaction or process. You can do this through transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace).
  
  
  Check Trace Settings: Verify the settings for the trace. Make sure that the trace is configured correctly and that the necessary parameters are set to capture the required data.
  
  
  Reproduce the Issue: If possible, try to reproduce the issue while ensuring that tracing is active. This will help in capturing the trace records needed for analysis.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and other relevant logs to see if there are any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to tracing and debugging to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ST01: System Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to tracing and debugging issues. These notes often contain solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Performance Analysis: Understanding how to effectively use tracing tools can help in diagnosing performance issues and errors in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 0S162 and ensure that trace records are properly generated and formatted in the future.