How To Fix EIN318 - The log was refreshed

EIN318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIN - Foreign Trade: General Messages - Continuation

• Message number: 318

• Message text: The log was refreshed

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EIN318 - Details

• The SAP error message EIN318, which states "The log was refreshed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's logging mechanisms, particularly when dealing with change logs or data logs in various modules. This message indicates that the log has been cleared or refreshed, which can happen for several reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Log Refresh: The log may have been refreshed due to a scheduled job or manual intervention. This can happen if the system is configured to refresh logs periodically to manage space or performance.
  Data Volume: If the volume of data being logged exceeds the system's capacity or predefined limits, the system may automatically refresh the log.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to automatic log refreshes, especially in environments with high transaction volumes.
  User Actions: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually refreshed the log.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Log Settings: Review the configuration settings for logging in the relevant module. Ensure that