How To Fix ACMDEVTRC017 - Could not deactivate SQL Trace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMDEVTRC -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Could not deactivate SQL Trace

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMDEVTRC017 - Could not deactivate SQL Trace ?

  The SAP error message ACMDEVTRC017: Could not deactivate SQL Trace typically occurs when there is an issue with deactivating the SQL trace in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to deactivate the SQL trace.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the trace from being deactivated.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  Trace Already Deactivated: The trace may have already been deactivated or not started properly, leading to this error when attempting to deactivate it again.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage SQL traces. The user should have the appropriate roles assigned that include permissions for transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace).
  
  
  
  Verify Trace Status:
  
  Check if the SQL trace is currently active. You can do this by going to transaction ST05 and verifying the status of the trace. If it is not active, there is no need to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Restart the Trace:
  
  If the trace is in an inconsistent state, try restarting it. First, deactivate it (if possible), and then reactivate it to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the database connection is stable and that there are no issues with the database server that could affect the trace functionality.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction ST05: This is the transaction code used to manage SQL traces in SAP. You can start, stop, and analyze SQL traces here.
  Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects related to SQL trace management, such as S_TCODE for transaction access and S_ADMI_FCD for administrative functions.
  Performance Monitoring: SQL traces are often used for performance monitoring and tuning. Understanding how to effectively use and manage traces can help in diagnosing performance issues in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.