How To Fix 0S285 - You set the number of trace records to be displayed to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 285

• Message text: You set the number of trace records to be displayed to zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S285 - You set the number of trace records to be displayed to zero ?

  The SAP error message 0S285 indicates that the number of trace records set to be displayed is zero. This typically occurs in the context of performance analysis or debugging, where trace records are used to log and analyze system behavior.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the configuration for displaying trace records is set to zero. This means that the system is instructed not to display any trace records, which can hinder troubleshooting efforts or performance analysis.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to adjust the settings to allow for the display of trace records. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Trace Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP where you are encountering the error (e.g., ST05 for SQL trace, ST12 for combined trace, etc.).
  
  
  
  Change the Display Settings:
  
  Look for an option or setting that allows you to specify the number of trace records to display. This may be labeled as "Number of Records" or similar.
  Change the value from zero to a positive integer (e.g., 100, 1000, etc.) to allow the display of trace records.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After adjusting the settings, save the changes and re-run the trace or analysis.
  
  
  
  Re-execute the Trace:
  
  If necessary, re-execute the trace to capture new records based on the updated settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST05: SQL Trace
  ST12: Combined Trace
  ST01: System Trace
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on tracing and performance analysis.
  
  
  Performance Analysis:
  
  Traces are essential for identifying performance bottlenecks, analyzing SQL queries, and debugging issues in the system.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after making these changes, consider checking user authorizations or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.