How To Fix DB6231 - Log directory was changed after database restart

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Log directory was changed after database restart

What causes this issue?

A log is kept here if the database administrator has changed the log
directory (database configuration parameter NEWLOGPATH). The system
writes the log files to this directory.

System Response

The change of directory only becomes active after you have restarted
the database.

How to fix this error?

This message is purely for information. As this directory is very
important for operation, you should, however, confirm that the dir
ectory exists, and that there is enough free storage space in it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6231 - Log directory was changed after database restart ?

  The SAP error message DB6231 indicates that the log directory for the database was changed after a database restart. This can occur in SAP systems that use a database management system (DBMS) where the log files are critical for database recovery and integrity.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Changes: The log directory path may have been changed in the database configuration settings after the database was restarted.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the file system where the log directory is located, such as permissions or disk space problems.
  Manual Intervention: Someone may have manually moved or deleted log files or changed the directory structure without properly updating the database configuration.
  Database Migration: If the database was migrated or restored from a backup, the log directory settings may not have been correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DB6231 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Database Configuration:
  
  Verify the database configuration settings to ensure that the log directory path is correctly set. This can usually be done through the database management tools or configuration files.
  
  
  
  Restore Log Directory:
  
  If the log directory has been changed, restore it to the original path that was in use before the database restart. Ensure that the directory exists and is accessible.
  
  
  
  Permissions Check:
  
  Ensure that the database user has the necessary permissions to access the log directory. Check the file system permissions and ownership.
  
  
  
  Disk Space:
  
  Check if there is sufficient disk space available in the log directory. If the disk is full, free up space or extend the disk.
  
  
  
  Restart the Database:
  
  After making the necessary changes, restart the database to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the specific database documentation for your DBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for any additional steps or configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Basis Team: If you are not familiar with database configurations, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or a database administrator to assist with the resolution.
  Backup and Recovery: Ensure that you have a recent backup of your database before making any changes to the configuration or file system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB6231 error and restore normal operation to your SAP system.