How To Fix 0S258 - Saved trace data is not overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Saved trace data is not overwritten

What causes this issue?

You have entered an ID for trace data to be saved that already exists.
You have also specified that the saved trace data should not be
overwritten.

System Response

The system continues processing after the message.

How to fix this error?

If you want to save the trace data, choose a different name.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S258 - Saved trace data is not overwritten ?

  The SAP error message 0S258 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.
  Trace Configuration: The configuration settings for tracing may not allow overwriting of existing trace files.
  Trace File in Use: The trace file might be currently in use by another application or process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Locks: Ensure that no other processes are using the trace file. You can use system tools 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.
  Configuration Settings: Review the tracing configuration settings in SAP. Ensure that the settings allow for overwriting existing trace files.
  Manual Deletion: If it is safe to do so, manually delete the existing trace file before attempting to save the new trace data.
  Restart the Process: If the trace file is in use, restarting the relevant process or application may release the lock on the file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to manage and analyze trace data.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.