How To Fix BT017 - Trace is deactivated: You cannot specify a trace activation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Trace is deactivated: You cannot specify a trace activation type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT017 - Trace is deactivated: You cannot specify a trace activation type ?

  The SAP error message BT017, which states "Trace is deactivated: You cannot specify a trace activation type," typically occurs when you are trying to activate a trace in the SAP system, but the trace functionality is not enabled or is deactivated for the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Trace Deactivation: The trace functionality may be globally deactivated in the system settings.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate traces.
  Incorrect Configuration: The trace activation type specified may not be valid or applicable in the current context.
  System Settings: The system may be configured in a way that does not allow traces to be activated for certain transactions or processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Trace Settings:
  
  Go to transaction ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) and check if the trace is deactivated.
  If it is deactivated, you may need to enable it in the system settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate traces. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the trace activation type you are trying to use. Make sure it is valid for the current context.
  Check the configuration settings in transaction RZ20 (CCMS Monitoring) or RZ11 (Profile Parameters) to see if there are any parameters that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on trace activation and any prerequisites that may need to be met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ST01, ST05, RZ20, RZ11, SU53
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BT017 error and implement a solution to resolve it.