How To Fix D3140 - Trace was started successfully

D3140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Trace was started successfully

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3140 - Trace was started successfully ?

  The SAP error message D3140, which states "Trace was started successfully," is not actually an error message in the traditional sense. Instead, it is an informational message indicating that a trace has been successfully initiated in the SAP system. This message typically appears when you are using transaction codes like ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to monitor system activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  The message indicates that the tracing functionality has been activated successfully. This is often done for debugging purposes or to analyze performance issues within the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  Since D3140 is an informational message, there is no direct solution required for this message itself. However, if you are looking to utilize the trace effectively, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Stop the Trace: After you have gathered the necessary information, remember to stop the trace to avoid performance degradation. You can do this in the same transaction where you started the trace (e.g., ST01 or