How To Fix E2E_TESTING034 - OFF: SQL trace is still active for trace user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2E_TESTING - Messages for E2E Testing Agent

• Message number: 034

• Message text: OFF: SQL trace is still active for trace user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2E_TESTING034 - OFF: SQL trace is still active for trace user &1 ?

  The SAP error message E2E_TESTING034 indicates that an SQL trace is still active for a specific trace user. This typically occurs when a user has initiated an SQL trace (using transaction ST05) but has not stopped it properly, leading to potential performance issues or conflicts when other users or processes attempt to start their own traces.
  Cause:
  
  Active SQL Trace: The SQL trace for the specified user is still running. This can happen if the user forgets to deactivate the trace after completing their analysis.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, if a user session is terminated unexpectedly (e.g., due to network issues), the trace may remain active.
  Multiple Traces: If multiple traces are started for the same user without stopping the previous ones, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Stop the SQL Trace:
  
  Ask the user (the one specified in the error message) to log into the SAP system.
  Navigate to transaction ST05.
  If the trace is still active, the user should stop it by clicking on the "Deactivate Trace" button.
  
  
  
  Check Active Traces:
  
  If the user is not available or cannot stop the trace, you can check for active traces using transaction ST05.
  In the "Trace" menu, select "Display Trace" to see if there are any active traces for the user.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Trace:
  
  If the trace cannot be stopped through the normal interface, you may need to terminate it using transaction SM50 (Process Overview) or SM66 (Global Process Overview).
  Look for the user session that has the trace active and terminate it if necessary. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect the user’s work.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In extreme cases, if the trace cannot be stopped and is causing significant issues, a system restart may be required. This should be done as a last resort and with proper planning.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SQL Trace (ST05): This is a tool in SAP that allows users to trace SQL statements executed in the database. It is useful for performance analysis and debugging.
  User Sessions: Understanding how user sessions work in SAP can help in managing traces effectively.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor SQL traces and other performance metrics to prevent issues related to active traces.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Encourage users to always deactivate their traces after use.
  Implement monitoring to alert administrators when traces are left active for extended periods.
  Provide training for users on how to use SQL trace effectively and responsibly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message E2E_TESTING034 and manage SQL traces more effectively in your SAP environment.