How To Fix 0S253 - Saved trace data is not overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Saved trace data is not overwritten

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an identifier that already exists to save the
cumulative table overview. You have specified that this saved data
cannot be overwritten.

System Response

The system continues processing after the message.

How to fix this error?

If you want to save the data, you must choose another identifier.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S253 - Saved trace data is not overwritten ?

  The SAP error message 0S253 indicates that the saved trace data is not being overwritten. This typically occurs when you are trying to save a trace file, but the system is unable to overwrite the existing trace data due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  File Locking: The trace file may be locked by another process or user, preventing it from being overwritten.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to overwrite the existing trace file.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the file system, such as disk space limitations or file system corruption.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the trace may not allow overwriting of existing files.
  Trace Settings: The trace settings in the SAP system may be set to append rather than overwrite.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Locks: Ensure that no other processes are using the trace file. You can use tools like lsof on Unix/Linux systems to check for file locks.
  Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to write to the directory where the trace file is located. Adjust permissions if necessary.
  Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the server. If the disk is full, free up some space or increase the disk capacity.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the trace. Ensure that the settings allow for overwriting existing trace files.
  Change Trace Settings: If the trace settings are set to append, change them to overwrite. This can usually be done in the trace configuration settings in the SAP GUI.
  Delete Old Trace Files: If overwriting is not possible, consider manually deleting the old trace files to allow for new data to be saved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to manage and analyze trace data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on tracing and logging in SAP systems for more detailed information on managing trace files.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.