How To Fix E2E_TESTING044 - SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2E_TESTING - Messages for E2E Testing Agent

• Message number: 044

• Message text: SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2E_TESTING044 - SQL/buffer trace already deactivated by &1 on &2 at &3 ?

  The SAP error message E2E_TESTING044 indicates that a SQL or buffer trace has already been deactivated by a user or process at a specific time. This message typically arises in the context of performance analysis or debugging when a trace is attempted to be started or stopped, but it has already been deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deactivation: The trace may have been manually deactivated by a user or administrator before the current operation was attempted.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to automatically deactivate traces after a certain condition is met or after a specific time period.
  Multiple Sessions: If multiple sessions are trying to control the same trace, one session may deactivate it while another is trying to start or stop it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Trace Status: Verify the current status of the SQL or buffer trace. You can do this by using transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Single Transaction Analysis) to see if the trace is indeed active or inactive.
  Re-activate Trace: If you need to continue tracing, you can manually reactivate the trace using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., ST05) and ensure that no other sessions are interfering.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs or trace logs to identify who or what deactivated the trace. This can provide insights into whether it was a manual action or an automated process.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to start or stop the trace has the necessary permissions to do so.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to tracing and performance analysis for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ST05: SQL Trace
  ST12: Single Transaction Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to tracing issues or the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the problem.
  Performance Monitoring: Understanding how to effectively use tracing tools in SAP can help in diagnosing performance issues and optimizing system performance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.