How To Fix 14107 - Server trace is already active

14107 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Server trace is already active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14107 - Server trace is already active ?

  The SAP error message "14107 Server trace is already active" typically indicates that a server trace has already been initiated for the SAP system, and an attempt to start another trace is being made. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to enable tracing for debugging or performance analysis.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Trace: The most common cause is that a trace session is already active for the server instance you are trying to trace.
  Multiple Attempts: The user or process may have attempted to start the trace multiple times without stopping the previous one.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent multiple traces from being started.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Traces: Before starting a new trace, check if there are any active traces. You can do this by using transaction code ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) in the SAP GUI.
  Stop Existing Trace: If you find that a trace is already active,