How To Fix ANST044 - SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ANST - ANST Message Class

• Message number: 044

• Message text: SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ANST044 - SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3 ?

  The SAP error message ANST044 indicates that the SQL buffer trace has already been deactivated by a specific user (&1) on a specific date (&2) at a specific time (&3). This message is related to the SQL trace functionality in SAP, which is used for performance analysis and debugging of SQL statements executed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: The SQL buffer trace was manually deactivated by a user. This can happen if someone intentionally stops the trace for performance reasons or to avoid excessive logging.
  System Configuration: The system might be configured to deactivate the trace automatically after a certain period or under specific conditions.
  User Permissions: The user who attempted to activate the trace may not have the necessary permissions, or the trace may have been deactivated by another user with higher privileges.
  
  Solution:
  
  Re-activate the SQL Trace: If you need to analyze SQL performance, you can re-activate the SQL buffer trace. This can typically be done using transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Single Transaction Analysis).
  Check User Activity: Investigate the user activity to understand why the trace was deactivated. You can check the logs or consult with the user who deactivated it.
  Permissions Review: Ensure that the user attempting to activate the trace has the necessary permissions. You may need to adjust roles or authorizations if required.
  System Settings: Review the system settings related to SQL tracing to ensure they align with your performance analysis needs. You may want to adjust any automatic deactivation settings if they are too restrictive.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ST05 (SQL Trace), ST12 (Single Transaction Analysis), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding SQL tracing and performance analysis.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on performance analysis and SQL tracing for best practices and guidelines on how to effectively use these tools.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for more detailed troubleshooting.