How To Fix B!006 - Monitoring switched off for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B! -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Monitoring switched off for & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B!006 - Monitoring switched off for & & ?

  The SAP error message B!006, which states "Monitoring switched off for & &," typically indicates that the monitoring functionality for a specific object or process has been disabled in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as in the Business Process Monitoring (BPM) or in the context of specific application monitoring.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The monitoring might have been intentionally turned off due to configuration settings in the SAP system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or enable monitoring for the specified object.
  System Performance: Monitoring may have been disabled to improve system performance, especially if it was deemed unnecessary for certain processes.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs that have led to the monitoring being disabled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the relevant monitoring area (e.g., transaction codes like RZ20, RZ21, or RZ22 for CCMS monitoring) to ensure that monitoring is enabled for the specific object.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and enable monitoring. This can be checked in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Re-enable Monitoring: If monitoring was turned off intentionally, you may need to re-enable it. This can often be done through the relevant configuration transaction or by using specific function modules or reports.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific monitoring area for any additional steps or considerations.
  Check for System Notes: Look for any SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and configuration, such as RZ20 (CCMS Monitoring), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes that may provide updates or fixes related to monitoring issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the B!006 error message and take appropriate action to resolve it.