How To Fix D3142 - Trace was stopped successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Trace was stopped successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3142 - Trace was stopped successfully ?

  The SAP error message D3142, which states "Trace was stopped successfully," typically indicates that a tracing session in the SAP system has been successfully terminated. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message indicating that the tracing process has completed.
  Cause:
  
  Trace Session Completion: The message is generated when a trace session (such as performance tracing or debugging) is stopped. This could be due to a manual action by a user or an automated process that concludes the tracing.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to stop tracing after a certain condition is met, such as reaching a time limit or a specific number of events.
  
  Solution:
  Since D3142 is an informational message rather than an error, no specific corrective action is required. However, if you are looking to analyze the trace data, you can follow these steps:
  
  Review Trace Data: After the trace has been stopped, you can review the collected trace data to analyze performance issues or debug problems.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace), ST12 (Performance Trace), or SM50 (Process Overview) to analyze the trace data.
  Restart Trace if Necessary: If you need to continue tracing, you can restart the trace session as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tracing in SAP: Tracing is a common practice in SAP for performance analysis and debugging. It allows you to capture detailed information about system processes, database calls, and user actions.
  Performance Tuning: If you are using tracing to identify performance bottlenecks, consider using the data collected to optimize SQL queries, adjust system parameters, or refactor code.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on tracing and performance analysis tools available in your version of SAP.
  
  If you encounter this message in a context where you expected the trace to continue or if you are facing issues related to tracing, you may want to check the configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.