How To Fix CTE_FND161 - The number of logs has been limited to &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FND - General message class for Add-On CTE_FND

• Message number: 161

• Message text: The number of logs has been limited to &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FND161 - The number of logs has been limited to &1. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FND161, which states "The number of logs has been limited to &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Converged Logging Framework or when dealing with log management in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system has reached the maximum limit of log entries that can be stored or processed.
  Cause:
  
  Log Limit Reached: The primary cause of this error is that the number of logs generated has exceeded the predefined limit set in the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The limit for log entries may be configured in the system settings, and if the application generates logs at a high rate, it can quickly reach this limit.
  Retention Policy: The retention policy for logs may not be set appropriately, leading to accumulation of logs without proper cleanup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Log Limit: 
  
  You can increase the limit of log entries allowed in the system configuration. This can typically be done in the transaction code related to logging settings (e.g., SICF, RZ10, or specific configuration transactions depending on the logging framework).
  Look for parameters related to log limits and adjust them according to your requirements.
  
  
  
  Log Cleanup:
  
  Implement a regular log cleanup process to delete old logs and free up space. This can be done using background jobs or manual deletion.
  Check for any existing cleanup jobs that may not be running as expected.
  
  
  
  Review Logging Levels:
  
  Review the logging levels set for your applications. If the logging level is too verbose (e.g., DEBUG), consider changing it to a less verbose level (e.g., INFO or WARN) to reduce the number of logs generated.
  
  
  
  Monitor Log Generation:
  
  Monitor the log generation rate to identify any applications or processes that may be generating excessive logs. This can help in pinpointing issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or notes related to logging and log management for specific instructions and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SICF, RZ10, and others that are used for configuring logging and monitoring.
  Performance Monitoring: Use tools like SAP Solution Manager or other monitoring tools to keep track of system performance and log generation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.