How To Fix DB6144 - Developer trace is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6 - DB6: Alert Monitoring and Alert Configuration

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Developer trace is deactivated

Copy of 1st and 2nd blocks of DB6 143

What causes this issue?

For diagnosis purposes, you can switch on a trace that records the SQL
accesses at DBSL (Database Support Layer).

System Response

You should only use the trace output in absolutely exceptional cases,
as it is <ZH>extremely</> performance-critical.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6144 - Developer trace is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message DB6144, which states "Developer trace is deactivated," typically indicates that the developer trace functionality in the SAP system is not enabled. This can hinder troubleshooting and debugging efforts, as developer traces provide detailed logs that can help identify issues within the system.
  Cause:
  
  Developer Trace Deactivation: The developer trace may have been manually deactivated in the system settings.
  System Configuration: Certain system configurations or parameters may not be set correctly, leading to the deactivation of the developer trace.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or enable the developer trace.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs that prevent the developer trace from being activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DB6144 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Developer Trace Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code RZ10 (Profile Maintenance).
  Check the instance profile and ensure that the parameter dev_trace is set to 1 (enabled).
  If it is set to 0, change it to 1 and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Activate Developer Trace:
  
  If the parameter was changed, you may need to restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the developer trace settings.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Developer Trace Location: The developer trace files are typically located in the directory specified by the DIR_TRACE parameter in the instance profile.
  Trace Files: The trace files can be viewed using transaction code ST11 or directly from the file system.
  Performance Monitoring: Enabling developer traces can help in performance monitoring and identifying bottlenecks in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB6144 error and enable the developer trace functionality in your SAP system.