How To Fix CFG_ERP413 - Trace file could not be written - no disk space available (error no. &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFG_ERP -

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Trace file could not be written - no disk space available (error no. &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFG_ERP413 - Trace file could not be written - no disk space available (error no. &1) ?

  The SAP error message CFG_ERP413 indicates that the system is unable to write a trace file due to insufficient disk space. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during system operations, logging, or when the system attempts to generate trace files for debugging purposes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the disk space on the server where the SAP system is hosted has been exhausted. This can happen due to:
  
  Accumulation of log files, trace files, or temporary files that have not been cleared.
  Large data volumes being processed or generated by the system.
  Insufficient disk space allocated to the SAP system or the underlying operating system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CFG_ERP413 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Log in to the server where the SAP system is running and check the available disk space using commands like df -h (on Unix/Linux) or checking properties on the drive (on Windows).
  
  
  
  Clear Unnecessary Files:
  
  Identify and delete unnecessary files, such as old log files, trace files, or temporary files. You can use transaction codes like SM37 (to check job logs) or SLG1 (to check application logs) to identify logs that can be deleted.
  Consider using the SAP transaction SARA to archive old data that is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Increase Disk Space:
  
  If possible, increase the disk space allocated to the SAP system. This may involve resizing partitions or adding additional storage.
  
  
  
  Configure Trace Settings:
  
  Review the trace settings in the SAP system. You may want to limit the amount of trace data being generated or adjust the retention settings for trace files.
  
  
  
  Monitor Disk Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring tools to keep track of disk usage and set up alerts for low disk space to prevent this issue from occurring in the future.
  
  
  
  Restart the System:
  
  After clearing space, you may need to restart the SAP system or specific services to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or specific fixes related to this error.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after taking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFG_ERP413 error and restore the ability to write trace files in your SAP system.