How To Fix DB6232 - Log directory has not been changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Log directory has not been changed

Copy of DB6 231

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
directory 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 DB6232 - Log directory has not been changed ?

  The SAP error message DB6232, which states "Log directory has not been changed," typically relates to issues with the database log directory configuration in an SAP system. This error can occur during database operations, particularly when the system is trying to access or write to the log directory.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The log directory may not be correctly configured in the database settings.
  Permissions: The user or service account running the SAP instance may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the log directory.
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may be full, or there may be issues with the disk where the log directory resides.
  Database Configuration: The database itself may have configuration issues that prevent it from recognizing or changing the log directory.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the log directory settings in the database configuration. Ensure that the path is correct and points to a valid directory.
  In the SAP system, you can check the database parameters related to the log directory.
  
  
  
  Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account running the SAP application server has the necessary permissions to read from and write to the log directory.
  You may need to adjust the permissions on the directory using operating system commands.
  
  
  
  Disk Space:
  
  Check the available disk space on the file system where the log directory is located. If the disk is full, you may need to free up space or expand the disk.
  Use commands like df -h (on Unix/Linux) or check the properties of the drive (on Windows) to assess disk usage.
  
  
  
  Database Logs:
  
  Review the database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  If necessary, consult the database documentation for specific troubleshooting steps related to log directory issues.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP application server or the database can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Notes and documentation for any specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the database you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Database Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) for configuration and troubleshooting guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation.